Before you can start the search for your dream home, you need to know your budget. After all, what’s the point of shopping if you don’t know what you can spend? If you’re like most homebuyers, you’ll be using a mortgage to finance the purchase of your new home. Getting a mortgage isn’t complicated, but there is a fair amount of paperwork necessary to get pre-approved and start your home search off on the right foot. Feel free to use this Mortgage Pre-Approval Checklist, share it with your lender for customization per your situation.