I've only found negative reviews of folks who either 1. got refunded immediately because the firm stated they couldn't represent the property owner for whatever reason or 2. got refunded after the firm tried and couldn't get them a substantial reduction.

James Salas at High Plains Flooring does all the hardwood for a builder I represent

I was also told that they were advised by their representative with the temporary housing agency to just stay after the lease expires.

Account Closed, I have represented buyers in real estate transactions where they agreed to cover the title fees and closing cost. 

They would not contact the homeowner, not look up any information on the property, not represent me in any way merely report a house on 123 Main Street looks to be vacant.

The core issue is about agency and who the agent represents during the transaction and fiduciary duty.The agent should have given you an agency disclosure form up front stating who the agent represents.Without a contract, the disclosure should have checked off "in the interest of the: [x] Seller as [x] Seller's agent."

I agree with Chris Sellers I would ignore and tell your attorney not to worry about it, and you didn’t ask him to represent you.

I am a local realtor/investor who has represented many BP members.

In that case I'd represent him as the buyers agent and the financing side would be creative. 

I done this not only to get more insight into commercial real estate but to try and add value to a deal while representing my clients.I look forward to networking and engaging in discussions with like minded individuals.