I had some bad experiences with the zip people. I had one of their people show me a few places. During one of the showings the agent tried to pick up another guy that was just looking through the house. I let it slide. But the following day I got an email telling me that if I wanted to look at anymore properties I would need to supply:
1. A letter of Preapproval. I can understand that.
2. A copy of a current account statement. Not really ok.
3. And to sign a statement saying that I would only use zip as my agent. Wait a second. This guy tried to sell the house he was showing me to someone else. I was standing right next to him. I guess this didn’t work both ways.
Needless to say I refused to deal with them. Trust works both ways. I have a great agent now that I am very comfortable with. I have told her several times that it could be another year until I do decide to buy. She has never tried to pressure me into making an offer. Don’t forget.
You get what you pay for.
