I often hear from first time homebuyers and seasoned buyers from other markets in the US alike comment about how they never realized it would be so difficult to just to get their offer accepted, let alone find the right house to make the offer on.  Seattle is still going strong with multiple offer situations.  A recent couple who lost out in bidding wars for two Magnolia condos described the sensation as, "We went out on a date and sorta fell in love with the house.  We even decided we wanted to spend the rest of our life with him.  But he didn't call back!"  Don't let fear of rejection haunt you!  Find a great matchmaker like Mary Schile, Remax Mutual, and make your way to the county courthouse!