No need to make buying a house harder than it has to be. Don't think you have to track down every agent for every listing that you want to see. You may waste a lot of time trying to reach agents. Find an agent that you like, an agent that you trust, and then partner with them.
Every buyer could use a good Realtor partner. And like any good relationship, commitment only makes it stronger. Be honest about what you want, trust that the Realtor is working for you and will keep your best interest at heart, and ask questions. Your agent can help you track down homes, set up showings, give you information about neighborhoods and market values. A good Realtor will work with you and only enhance the buying process.
If building is an option, take your Realtor along. Did you ever consider that the person sitting in the model home is working for the builder? They absoluetly are working for the builder. That doesn't mean they won't work with buyers, too, but it does mean their loyalty is to the builder. It doesn't cost a buyer ONE CENT to have representation. So if it doesn't cost you anything, why not have a licensed agent represent you? (Builders will not, and can not, charge buyers with representation more or offer discounts to buyers that don't have an agent. So don't think you might get a better price if you negotiate on your own.)
So if you are just thinking about buying a house, start looking for a business partner. Interview agents, check out their web presence - you can learn a lot about a person via the internet, find someone you are comfortable working with. Make it a fun experience!
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