Your agent should accomodate you to look at any and all properties that fit your parameters. Just because a property is being short sold is no excuse for refusing to show it to you.
Yes, short sales can be a nightmare, but they can also be fantastic deals! There’s no harm in bidding what you believe to be a good price – and your broker should help you determine that. (Ask to seet the NET SHEET.)
It’s a BUYER’S MARKET, and you are a BUYER. You rule the day. Embrace your power and show those crazy sellers that you won’t be conned. You are in demand, so get those realtors to step up for you!