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SureStart®
Pre-Approval
Getting pre-approved before speaking to a real estate agent can save you time, money and frustration. Start your SureStart® Pre-Approval.
What are the benefits?
Unlike many pre-approvals, a Citi SureStart® Pre-Approval comes with a firm commitment to lend.

Save time
Know your price range before you start looking, so you can zero in on your dream home faster.

Have more financial control
A SureStart® Pre-Approval gives you the confidence you need in knowing what you can afford.

Have more buying leverage
Your purchase offer is backed by a SureStart® commitment, giving you an edge over other buyers without a firm pre-approval commitment.
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Watch why a pre-approval is better than pre-qualification
Having a firm commitment to lend can make a difference in the buying process. This could give you and your offer an edge over other buyers.
Important Terms and Conditions
Terms, conditions and fees for accounts, programs, products and services are subject to change. This is not a commitment to lend. All loans are subject to credit and property approval. Certain restrictions may apply on all programs.
SureStart® Pre-Approval is a registered service mark of Citigroup Inc. Final commitment is subject to verification of information, receipt of a satisfactory sales contract on the home you wish to purchase, appraisal and title report, and meeting our customary closing conditions. There is no charge to receive a SureStart® Pre-Approval. However, standard application and commitment fees will apply for the mortgage loan application.
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