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Finding a realtor - unrealistic expectations?

Wondering if my expectations are unrealistic. I’ve bought and sold two houses, so it’s not my first rodeo. (And I have been underwhelmed by the four different realtors used, though the Redfin agent that sold my home gave me the most bang for my buck.)

I’d like a realtor that understands why I don’t want to be put on their MLS email list and how using Redfin/Zillow is FAR more convenient for me. (I know how to send an agent the MLS # of a house I’m interested in.) I would also like someone that can/will give straight answers based on their experience - like if I ask, given I want to buy/close (ideally) in March, should I wait until January to get pre approved and get back an actual month answer, not “it’s good to get approved before you buy”. Or, is this a reasonable asking price for this neighborhood given the needed repairs? And get a dollar ballpark instead of “I would ask for pest clearance” (the specific price turned out to be high, as the house is still on the market, and most houses are selling in 4 days).

I’m probably the a-hole, here. It just seems like I should get more than unlocking doors for $15k (that’s at 2% buyer agent commission on the lower end of my price range, so likely to be more).

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