Just registered after lurking for some time. I sympathize with your frustration. After sitting on the sidelines for several years, I have started to look seriously in the areas that interest me (Lemon Grove, La Mesa). Recently looked at a short sale property in L.G. (3 bed, 2 bath, 1847 sq. ft.) on the first day it was listed and put in an offer at full asking as it appeared to underpriced. Listing agent finally responded after 3 days. Listing agent said had three offers she needed to proceed with the short sale and would be doing a multiple counter offer. Multiple counter offer never came. When finally reached, listing agent said sellers had picked the highest of the three original offers. This is the first time I have attempted to purchase a house. Is this way of doing business common?
