Which of the following documents would typically be required for pre-approval but NOT for pre-qualification?
Correct Answer
B) Recent pay stubs and W-2 forms
Pre-approval requires verification of income through documentation such as pay stubs, W-2 forms, tax returns, and bank statements. Pre-qualification typically relies on verbal or self-reported information without documentation requirements.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
Pre-approval requires verification of income through documentation such as pay stubs, W-2 forms, tax returns, and bank statements. Pre-qualification typically relies on verbal or self-reported information without documentation requirements.
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