Listen to Superd1. When we were shopping for our first house I hooked up with a mileage deal agent. She was very new and inefficient and we ended up firing her and going with a super experienced agent. Choosing an agent is one of the most important things you do when buying a house. Don't leave it up to miles!!!! INTERVIEW at least three agents and call their references. At least read the suggestions in the Dummies Guide to House Buying. Enjoy!