get your own agent, a buyer's agent is your best friend. the agent who has the sign in the yard is not working on your behalf. once you see the requirements of what your agent is to do on your behalf you will understand why the seller's agent is not your friend.

also with the market in the metro area these days, be ready to move, a decent house will go fast.

there are new rules for homes that were built 1978 or earlier, have it tested for lead based paint,