They are also selective so If nothing else, they work hard to insure that they have a good fit with their investors before allowing them to buy a property, which definitely makes for a better long-term relationship.   

I want to keep it b/c it's a top of the line Energy Star appliance and one of the few models that fits in the weird little alcove off the kitchen.

Anyhow @Javon Dixon , we'd love to have ya if it's a fit!

I am an idiot and busy in general and the puzzle piece doesn't fit yet.

At lower priced homes, under a 100K, free standing is works.It also depends on the style of the kitchen and how well a free standing fits in, if you have higher end counter tops, granite I'd suggest drop ins.It also depends on the quality of the appliance, having a GE drop in or a Vulcan free standing, the Vulcan will win over every time, IMO.

Are you exceptional in this particular capacity, or are there other agents who specialize in this in your area and would be a better fit.

I am also aware of the red tape and bureaucracies that big banks put in place to protect themselves that are cumbersome on people like me and my customers, who don't fit the mold of the "typical" buyer.

Sometimes I get lucky and find a replacement kit online that fits.

You can call on all the bandit signs you see as most of the investors will wholesale deals that don't fit their criteria, or they are just wholesalers period.

This better fit my business model and lifestyle.