How should you approach lenders for preapproval?

[Mason V.]

I plan on talking to some of the local credit unions, small banks and mortgage brokers in the area prior to seriously finding my first deal(s). Before I go in though I would like to know how best to present myself and what information I should take in with me to increase my chances of success. The types of loans I will primarily be asking about are FHA and portfolio loans.

[Angelo Behar]

Originally posted by @Mason V.:

I plan on talking to some of the local credit unions, small banks and mortgage brokers in the area prior to seriously finding my first deal(s). Before I go in though I would like to know how best to present myself and what information I should take in with me to increase my chances of success. The types of loans I will primarily be asking about are FHA and portfolio loans.

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