It is very important that you communicate your likes/dislikes to your agent as best you can. If your agent is not showing you the houses which interest you, find out the reason. If there is no logical reason and your agent is simply ignoring your wishes, then get another agent! Just be sure to discuss your issues with your broker beforehand. Your agent is there to help you and wants to find you homes both in your price range and that meet your various criteria. Speak up about anything that bothers you before you move to a different agent. The amount of positive change that can result from a five minute conversation will surprise you. Speak up! Tell your agent you've thought about working with a different broker. Trust me, if your agent is a good one, your concerns will be heard and addressed.

Fri Feb 29 2008, 10:41

...and there in lies one of dilemmas buyers sometimes experience when they begin their search for a home with their agent. Funny thing is - agents will usually show their buyer clients the very best homes available that matches the criteria and are within their client's buying budget. Sometimes a buyer 's expectations far exceed their financial reality. Before switching agents, I recommend you sit down with your current agent and rethink your game plan. Be specific with your wants and budget. Like my father once said, "A Champagne taste with a beer pocket-book can get frustrating, real fast. "

Good luck!!

Henry

Thu Feb 28 2008, 14:55

Short answer: Yes, of course.

Long answer:
#1... have you signed an "exclusive buyer's agreement" with her? If so, you need to find your way to exit the agreement, before switching

#2... if she's not showing you the houses you like... have you communicated that with her. We're not mind readers, you know... if you're not being shown what you want... tell us, we're truly not interested in wasting our time, any more than wasting YOUR time.

#3... be clear, with your agent about ALL of your expectations. ie: I expect to received an electronic "hotsheet" from you, of all the available homes that meet my requirements daily.... I expect to have an email from you every third day... I expect to talk with you once a week.... I hope to view homes on Friday or Saturdays from the list you've sent me... I'll send you a list on Thursday, of which homes I'd like to see.... I do NOT expect to see anymore of those darn ranch houses without a den...

Feel free to spell it out in writing... by note, or e-mail, so there's no chance for misunderstanding. If after conveying those details, she's still not living up to your expectations, it's time to move on.

Thu Feb 28 2008, 14:29