I am a first time buyer; and I am trying hard to contain my "happiness"

The agent somehow gave a verbal offer; no money is paid. I have been calling him few times today to make sure that there is no holes in the verbal offer.

Now, I should be waiting for the "offer to purchase" and then only pay to the agent, the booking fee of 2% of the property price?

I am rather a non patience person; I thought of calling him tomorrow and find out when i can get the "offer to purchase". At the same time, if I do so, it will definitely tell that I am so desperate(which is true, I admit) and will raise the agent's intention to raise the price further?

But, I can't be waiting forever. How long should I wait? (How much time should I give the agent to come back to me?) Cos, if this fails, I will need to look for an alternative. And, I am in need to look for a home.

Thanks for the advice, in advance. =)

Yah, I means earnest deposit

Thanks for the advice. Will try sms him today =)

thanks....today is my first day of waiting....the agent says he will get back to me tomorrow; after which, if he doesn't, I will look for an alternative.....and currently still searching as back up

Thanks everyone for the advice