11/06/2026
One of the biggest misconceptions about an Agreement in Principle (AIP) is that it commits you to a mortgage.
It doesn't.
An AIP is simply an early indication of what a lender may be willing to lend based on the information available at the time.
For many buyers, it helps answer an important question before they start viewing properties:
"Am I looking in the right price range?"
It can also help demonstrate to estate agents and sellers that you're in a position to proceed when you find the right property.
An AIP isn't about committing.
It's about getting clarity before you start searching.
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