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Approval
Browse 3 in-depth Approval guides from Mortgage Advisor Guide. Our editorial team researches and writes each one to give you clear, practical answers, current as of July 2026. The newest are shown first.
Loan Types
FHA Condo Approval: What Lenders Really Check
Most buyers shopping for a condo with an FHA loan don’t realize the property itself has to be approved, …
Qualification
What Credit Score Do You Need for a Mortgage
Your credit score is a three-digit number that can mean the difference between a 6.5% mortgage rate and a 7.8% …
Getting Started
How Long Does Mortgage Approval Really Take?
You submitted your mortgage application on a Monday. By Thursday, you’re refreshing your email every …