You might be having a similar problem that most buyers are having today with their agents: not enough time. Not enough time to talk with you, not enough time to show you a home, not enough time to find you more homes to look at. Agents usually have to divide their time between several clients, and sometimes, they may not allot enough time for you or appear to be too busy with their other clients.

Here are some tips to make your agent prioritize you:

1. Show your motivation. Let your agent see that you are serious in buying a new home. Give your target move-in date and explain your reasons for moving. A realtor that sees a very motivated buyer will devote more time to that client.

2. Get pre-approval. Agents love hearing that their clients are already pre-approved for a loan. This gives specific information on how much you can actually spend and will tell you if there's anything that needs to be cleared up. Bring this pre-approval anytime you are meeting sellers and always come equipped with your mortgage broker's contact information. If the seller can also see that you are pre-approved, they would be more likely to entertain your offer.

3. Meet in person. While you can definitely work with an agent through phone only, it's much better to see them in person at first. This will give your realtor a face to associate with your name, and is a good opportunity to establish rapport in your business relationship. You can also show any relevant documents for review.

4. Be honest. The agent will want to know if you can really qualify for the property you are interested in. This means it's especially important not to hide any details that might affect your credibility. The agent will need a very clear idea of your needs, your situation, and any special circumstances to get you the best home possible. This also flows both ways. If you feel that your agent is not being honest with you, consider finding a replacement.

5. Keep in contact. Have all lines of communication open, phones, fax, email, etc. Discuss at the beginning how often you wish to be updated, and stick to it. This will give your agent a timetable in which to come up with something for you everytime an update is forthcoming.

6. Open up to suggestions. You would be very lucky to find a home that's 100% perfect for you. There will be a need for compromise so be open to your agent's suggestions. Be clear in what's absolutely essential and be prepared to take alternatives. Being too picky and unreasonable can make your relationship with the realtor very frustrating on you both.

Basically, you want your realtor to always keep you in mind so that your search is constantly progressing. Though your agent is working for you, it's important to give back necessary information and feedback so that they can assist you better.

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