As a serious local cash buyer, I was shocked at how unprofessionally I was treated by Darlene Sheets when attempting to view a home listed near $1 million. Before even showing the property, she insisted I sign a so-called “showing agreement” — which I later learned is not required by Florida law, but rather a voluntary form some listing agents now use in an attempt to lock in both sides of the commission. I’ve viewed several other high-end homes with different listing agents and was never once asked to sign anything. When I politely asked Darlene to explain the form before signing, she immediately became defensive, rude, and visibly irritated — turning what should have been a simple, respectful interaction into something uncomfortable and unnecessarily combative. Her tone was so dismissive and unprofessional that we decided to walk out of the showing entirely, even though we were seriously considering the home. I wasn’t asking for representation. I wasn’t being difficult. I was simply asking what I was being asked to sign. That basic question was met with hostility. If you're looking for a professional, respectful experience while purchasing a home, I would strongly recommend working with someone else. Buyers — especially those ready to move quickly — deserve transparency and courtesy, not pressure and attitude.