Unable to update iPhoto in Mac AppStore

Hi guys,
I'm stuck with updating iPhoto 9.1.5 to 9.2.1.
I called with Apple because of this matter but they couldn't help me out.
I bought my iMac last year and from the beginning it's saying there is an update for iPhoto. But when I try to update with the MacAppStore it's saying: "You have updates available for other accounts. To update this application, sign in to the account you used to purchase it."
But this application was already included on my iMac and didn't bought it with my account or something.
So.. how can I update iPhoto?
Any help much appreciated!
Best regards, Justin
Small note: I read somewhere that you need to buy it when you want to upgrade since it's not included in Lion. But it was included in my OSX Lion and I can't buy it since trhe AppStore is telling me that iPhoto is installed.

Go to your Purchases List in the App Store and if iPhoto is there, click Accept beside it. Then you'll be able to update in a few moments.
If iPhoto is not there, or, if there is no accept button, then you have to work with App Store support for resolution of this. They are the only people who can help with Account issues.

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