Looking for a real Realtor

[Jason Quero]

Not sure what attributes to being considered a "good agent"...the metric used to be doing a lot of deals, being in a prestigous office, etc. I think now more than anything what makes a good agent is one that will answer a phone call, repond to a text, reply to an email, return a message. Agree? I know the last time I checked agents were not salaried. It seems as though there's an heir of that attitude. Believe you me...I've been a licensed agent for 17 years and mortgage broker during that timeframe for 4 years so I know the business, I know the people side of what it takes to thrive in all markets. I say this because recently I was looking for an agent to assist me with my own investment purchase. I was pretty explicit of what I was looking for (& trust me when I say it was very reasonable and there happens to be inventory as well) and after good conversation I am still waiting for some sort of follow up of properties to even look at. Its been over 48 hours and I haven't even gotten a "thank you" email. Am I being out of line or asking for anything more than just common courtesy? Maybe I need someone who can refer me an agent?