So upset!

[judy]

I was so upset yesterday! I forgot to lock my door, I forgot where the park was, I was so upset.

I got a call from the realtor I have been waiting for since February,basically dumping me as a client! It would be too hard, she'd have to get keys from all the realtors, blah, blah, blah. This isn't her geographical area, but she said she would help me find a place anyway. I felt comfortable with her because she was my daughter's realtor.

I've never bought real estate before, and it's scary. I didn't want to go to somebody cold. At least my daughter knows her.

She told me that she had found another realtor who covers the area I'm looking in. I called her to find that she does not cover that area! I felt like I was just being discarded, and we had planned to go look at some places today.

Then, last night, she called me back and told me that she and the second realtor had spoken and found someone who does cover my area. He's supposed to call me today. I felt a lot better. At least she was trying for me.

If this guy doesn't come through, I know another agent who I will use. I've spoken to her, she knows the area I want and that's that.

I think I'm over it, but yesterday I was a mess!

Wait until my daughter hears! She had a feeling, but I wanted to wait for this woman.

[DianaB]

I don't understand why she waited until now (April) to tell you that you weren't in her area. She should have known that at the beginning so you could have already had another realtor already. At least she's trying to help you out by finding another one for you. I hope that everything works out and you find just the right place!!

[Tink]

Judy, when your agent doesn't come through for you, remind yourself who's the boss and who's the agent. There should be no hesitation on their part to do what is best for you as long as it's legal, ethical and possible. I think with the high prices they get for properties now, some have become spoiled and don't want to work as hard as they might once have.

If that's the case with yours, by all means find another one. When you consider they're going to get at least 1.5% of whatever you pay for a property, they'd better be willing to work for it too.

Often if you find someone who's a bit more "hungry" they'll work harder to make the sale.

[Janet]

Tinks right! But I'm so sorry you were that upset to forget to lock your door and know where the park is.

I think I would have been mad enough by now, she would have been history, I woudn't have cared who knew her.

[AngieDoogles]

I would be so frustrated! I'm sorry you had to go through all that. Did you know that Gina is a realtor? Maybe she knows someone who can help you find something in the area you want. Good luck!

[Shada]

You are so right Judy, buying a home is so stressful...

I wish you all the best, and hope you get the perfect agent that will find you the perfect home!

Just remember, they are working 'for you', they get a large commission, (6 or 7 percent in my area) many don't care what they are selling you, they are only looking out for themselves.
Make a list of what you want, and do not settle for less. Your home is out there waiting for you.