Pre Approval Expiration / Necessity

you can get a "refresh" from the same broker within minutes if you have a relationship with them. as long as they do business in NY, the location is irrelevant.

i just got a pre-approval, then the agent asked it to be for the specific amount and down payment. within 2 hrs i had it in my mailbox.

Thanks for the answer, ab. I have no intention of moving forward with the mortgage broker or bank who pre-approved me .. this is why I was asking if there was any propriety or 'expectation' there.

none. i was in contract for a short sale and went through 3 banks until i got my deposit back.

I agree with ab...can get the refresh easily if you're still in good standing.

I don't think there'd be an expectation you still work with the same mortgage broker. You should have the option to shop. good luck