ok to make direct offer to craigslist seller and using realtor

[Karen Young]

I'd like to make an offer on a property selling on craigslist saying this:

"I'd like to offer $$$, and if this amount is acceptable to you I'll have my realtor draw up a contract"

Similar to a letter of intent, and notifies the seller that I will be using an agent. 

Totally not cool or acceptable?

[Jason D.]

It seems perfectly acceptable, but prepare for a little pushback because it's probably listed for sale on Craigslist because they don't want to pay realtor fees. You may need to modify your offer based on that