"dm" wrote in message
om...
I've been working with a realtor over the last several
months. Although I have had no luck in striking a deal
(a couple of "almosts") so far, I really like her and
she has been very helpful. We've gone out 8-10 times
looking at houses, so her investment is significant.

However, I have found a FSBO that I really like, and am
considering making an offer. I feel horrible about it,
almost to the point where I hope they would reject it.
I know this is irrational. But if I try to let her
in on it, and take her 2-3% cut, it will surely price
me out of the deal. Is there a way to handle this
situation, short of forgetting this house?

Sure there is. Have your agent write an offer that includes payment to her
for $1000-$1500 or so. Adjust the offer price up, if necessary and you feel
it is right, to cover that amount. If your agent refuses, then do it
without her; but, at that point, I would imagine that most agents would jump
on the chance, as that amount is better than nothing. It also benefits you,
as then you have an agent to oversee the transaction.

--randy