Are you in the market to buy or sell a home? If so, you may be wondering whether to work with a real estate agent or not. While saving on the commission might sound tempting, it can cost you later.
Here are six reasons to choose a real estate agent the next time you buy or sell a home.
#1: Agents Get The Best Price
If you’re trying to buy or sell on your own, it’s going to cost you. When buying, real estate agents are able to tap into market data to know the best price to bid. When selling, they can use this same data to ensure you ask for the highest reasonable price.
#2: Agents Know The Market
Is now the best time to buy or sell? You might not be sure, but a real estate agent will know. They have daily access to local market trends that outsiders can’t see. And since they’re working in your market each day, they can get a sense for what’s coming.
#3: Agents Know How To Negotiate
Are you a strong negotiator? If not, you’ll want to let your real estate agent take care of the negotiations. Remember, the other party in the transaction is likely to have an agent. So, without one of your own, you’ll be up against a skilled negotiator with no backup.
#4: Agents Have The Time And You Don’t
Let’s face it: you’re busy. Unless you’re going to take a vacation to deal with your real estate transaction, you don’t have the time. Real estate agents spend all their time working on their client properties. They make the time to handle inspections, negotiations and other activities.
#5: Agents Know What To Look For
If you’re buying or selling for the first time, you’ll definitely want to contract an agent. They know how to spot deficiencies in the house or property. Their experience allows them to see problems that you might not spot on your own. And they’ll know what needs to be fixed and what can wait until later.
#6: Agents Can Deal With The Paperwork
Do you love dealing with contracts, legal forms and other paperwork? If not, this might be reason enough to work with a real estate agent. They will take care of all the necessary paperwork for your purchase or sale. And if you’ve ever participated in a real estate transaction before, you know there’s a LOT to deal with. Leave this to your agent so you can focus on more fun activities.
The above are just six of the (many) reasons to work with a real estate professional. If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home, give me a call. Â I help home buyers buy homes and home sellers sell homes 70 hours a week, 52 weeks a year – J.P. Cook – 602-320-4253.
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12314 E Black Rock Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
$1,931,995
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,860
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6767177
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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*NEW CONSTRUCTION: SUMMER 2025 COMPLETION. Interior Finishes have been added!* Stunning Callum floor plan with Spanish Contemporary exterior under construction on a private home site! Gorgeous 14' ceilings, a casita with private entrance and 3 outdoor spaces are some of the reasons this plan is a top seller. Professionally designed, tasteful neutral color scheme. Additional upgrades include SS Wolf appliances, a double oven, 48'' Sub Zero Fridge & extended Kitchen island. The great room has a 72'' linear fireplace & a 16' multi-slide pocket door, perfect for cozy nights at home. This is the low-maintenance, LUXURY, lock & leave home you have been waiting for! Located in the stunning guard-gated community, Sereno Canyon. The ultimate resort lifestyle community in North Scottsdale by Toll Brothers. Come take a tour today!
1359 E San Carlos Way
Gilbert, AZ 85298
$1,930,000
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
4,321
SqFt
Status
Active Under Contract
MLS #
6790820
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Luxury living with Modern Elegance and Resort-Style Amenities. Discover 1359 E San Carlos Way, a 4,321 sq. ft. masterpiece on a 15,000 sq. ft. lot that blends modern design with luxurious comfort. Featuring luxury vinyl flooring, a chef-inspired kitchen with quartz countertops, and professionally designed interiors. this home exudes timeless elegance. Enjoy a dedicated office space, an RV garage, and a single-car garage for convenience. Step outside to your private backyard oasis, complete with a sparkling pool, perfect for entertaining or relaxing. Situated in the prestigious Chandler Unified School District and steps from Veterans Oasis Park, this home offers a lifestyle of sophistication and serenity. This is not just a home; it is a statement or refinement and taste.
23325 S 132nd Street
Chandler, AZ 85249
$1,930,000
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,462
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6775551
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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This County Island custom home offers the perfect fusion of a contemporary luxury home with the ''gentleman's ranchette'' (horses allowed) behind a walled-off area at back of property. Attached 3/car garage & a free-standing RV garage are roomy . Home is very sophisticated with the latest in high-end finishes & appliances. Enjoy the majestic great room & all beds/baths that are ensuite. Note the sleek, modern office with ample storage, plus a spacious flex room, & a huge storage room. You will love the kitchen that a chef would only dream of. Each room controls its own mini-split AC. Home is an entertainer's delight with 3 large patios, pool house, a pool with fire pots & the list goes on. Please see list of options included in Documents. All TVs convey. Lots of privacy here to enjoy
2759 E Portola Valley Drive
Gilbert, AZ 85297
$1,925,000
5
Beds
5.5
Baths
4,190
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6774053
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Dreaming of moving but bummed about missing out on those historically low interest rates? Good news—this incredible luxury home offers an assumable low interest rate! This stunning home blends comfort & convenience backing to a private park! Minutes from SanTan Mall, enjoy easy access to premier dining, shopping, & more. Through the iron front door is a spacious interior featuring five en-suite bedrooms with extra half bath. The 16' sliding glass door connects the indoors to your resort-style backyard. Luxuriate in the jacuzzi & pool or bounce on the inground trampoline. Oversized pergola w/ firepit & BBQ w/ sink makes outdoor entertaining easy. Upgrades abound throughout this home! The over-sized primary boasts custom closets and separate shower & tub. The indoor/outdoor audio system ensures you never miss a beat while the lighting system provides accents for security, favorite team colors or holiday fun! Perfect for entertainers or to simply relax in style, this property blends luxury w/ functionality. Gated community, stocked pond, ramada's & pickleball/tennis court.
27921 N Agua Verde Drive
Rio Verde, AZ 85263
$1,925,000
3
Beds
3
Baths
3,857
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6781968
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
--
Prime Location & Magnificent Views from this Home in the Gated, Golf Course Community of Tonto Verde. 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, Office and large Kitchen, Dining, & Great Room area. Granite Counters in the Kitchen with a unique Island, Dacor & Bosch Appliances. Vaulted Great Room Ceiling w/ Wood Beam & Accent Lights. Beautiful 8ft Solid Alder Wood Interior Doors throughout. Andersen Window & Sliding Doors with Wood Shutters & Sunscreens. Wrap around back Patio with wood Posts, heated Spa, Built-in BBQ, Fenced, & Views of the Mountains, Lake, and Golf course. Lithium Golf Cart, all Furniture & Furnishings are negotiable and available. This home has a Pass Thru Golf Membership available with Two Championship Golf Courses. Come and see the best of Tonto Verde!
5660 N 73rd Street
Scottsdale, AZ 85250
$1,925,000
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,885
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6802185
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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NOT LEASED LAND! The Best home in the Subdivision on the best lot with great backyard views of Camelback and amazing sunsets. Detached Home with no common walls. Fully remodeled in 2022 both inside and out including: new water lines, lighting, stucco, windows, sliders, all new kitchen and bathrooms, Sollid Brand Knotty Alder cabinets, Fantasy Brown leathered quartzite countertops, fully built out bonus room off garage, new storage room with gas tankless water heater, large format tile floors, smoothed drywall, raised ceilings, new pool interior and all new equipment with a heater, over $50,000 in Travertine pavers, synthetic turf and a whole new roof. In one of the best locations in Scottsdale just 1 mile North of Old Town by the best dining, entertainment and shopping.
8641 E Clubhouse Way
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
$1,924,000
4
Beds
3
Baths
3,911
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6801610
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Location, Location, Location with Views! This 4BR, 3 Bath, single-story home overlooks the 12th fairway of golf course in the Guard Gated Community of Pinnacle Peak Country Club! Enter front door into the great room w/ vaulted ceilings, sliding glass doors to your resort backyard, dining area, wet bar, & wood-burning fireplace. Kitchen offers granite countertops, backsplash & center island, walk-in pantry, oak cabinets & breakfast bar . Also has an expansive family room with a stone fireplace. Primary bedroom has a flexible bonus room with access to backyard, fireplace, oversized closets & bathroom. Enjoy a private backyard oasis with pool & spa, outdoor kitchen, citrus trees & more. PRICED TO SELL= well below the comps to allow for your personal updates if you feel necessary. MUST SEE!
39220 N 30th Drive
Phoenix, AZ 85086
$1,900,000
4
Beds
5.5
Baths
3,800
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6731365
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Welcome to your dream retreat, where luxury meets adventure! Nestled in a secluded, gated community, this custom estate home is a haven for RV and off-road enthusiasts. With a 4-car extended-length garage and an attached RV garage, you'll have ample space to store your vehicles and gear, ready for your next journey. Step through the elegant steel and glass doors into a world of opulence. The grand entrance features soaring 12-foot ceilings and an open great room with panoramic doors that invite the outdoors in. Cozy up by the electric fireplace or enjoy the seamless flow to the expansive pavered patio, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The chef's kitchen is a culinary masterpiece with a separate induction cook-top, wall oven, microwave, and a generous butler's pantry with sink The enormous island and matching cabinetry extend into the dining area, providing a stylish and functional space for meals and gatherings. Enjoy the seamless flow of 8-foot interior doors and wood-look plank tile throughout, enhancing the open and airy feel of the split floor plan. The primary bedroom is a retreat of its own, featuring a private exit to your personal patio and a luxurious bathroom with a large walk-in shower, large soaking tub, separate vanities, leading to a spacious closet with a dressing table that connects to the laundry room. For those who work or need extra space, there's an office/den and a convenient half bath for guests. The three guest bedrooms each come with a private en suite, ensuring comfort and privacy for all your visitors. Don't miss the additional amenities like the large, open and pavered patio with another full bathroom. As well as 400 AMP panel in the garage and the central vac system, adding convenience and efficiency to your home. This estate is more than just a home, it's a gateway to endless adventures and ultimate comfort. Make it yours and start living the life you've always dreamed of!
3740 E Edna Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85032
$1,900,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,100
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6795252
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Coming Soon! Great development opportunity! Over Two Acres!
51414 W Pete Road
Aguila, AZ 85320
$1,900,000
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
6,556
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6659027
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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This magnificent Property offers Hacienda Style Architecture reminiscent of Spanish Living plus a 52' x 80' Hangar with Pilot's Lounge. Chef's Kitchen boasts Wolfe Range, Kol-Gard Commercial Refrigerator, Traditional & Baker's Islands, Conversation Counter & Separate walk-in Server's Pantry. Complete with Formal Dining Room, Great Room Dance Floor, Wet Bar, Spa, Atrium, multiple Fireplaces, Den & Office, it's ideal for personal Luxury or Entertaining. The spacious Primary Suite features multiple Bath areas, Large walk-in Closet & Sitting Room. Guest Rooms have Private Exits. Enjoy Outdoor Living on the Covered Patio. The 52' x 80' Hangar features Pilots' Lounge, Shop, Storage Room & Sunshade Port. Propane & Diesel Fuel Tanks plus RV parking add to the convenience of Airpark living. Property is on 5 acres with Private Well, Well House & Detached Garage in a Gated Airpark with HOA & CCR's. State Land across the street to the South. Community has a 3,906' paved, lighted runway, paved taxiways/streets & community center for great gatherings. See Document Tab for Additional Features. THIS IS AN ACTIVE AIRPARK. PLEASE YIELD TO PLANES. DO NOT CROSS, DRIVE OR WALK DOWN RUNWAY.
18610 W Porter Drive Unit 93
Goodyear, AZ 85338
$1,900,000
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
4,122
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6779817
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Welcome to this 2021 custom-built, luxury home in Estrella Mountain Ranch. Designed for energy efficiency with ICF construction, it boasts a main house featuring 2 beds, 2.5 baths, a chef's kitchen with butler pantry, & a state-of-the-art-theater. An 811 sf. casita offers additional private quarters with a bedroom, kitchen and bathroom. Enjoy Arizona's indoor-outdoor lifestyle with an enclosed outdoor kitchen that extends to a large patio, fire pit, fountains, privacy & tranquility. Built with structural integrity & energy-efficiecy, this home provides durability & low operating costs. Additional features include a 7kW solar system, 4-car garage, advanced security, and proximity to South Lake, Estrella Golf Club, Phoenix Raceway, and MLB Spring Training. A must-see to believe! This property is situated on a corner street, a cul-de-sac designed for privacy, security, and low maintenance. It provides outstanding 3G durability and resilience and low ongoing operating costs. ICF Construction (Integrated Concrete Forms) provides high energy efficiency and reduces fire risks and other natural disasters. 29 truckloads of concrete were poured inside 6- and 12-inch-thick blocks from 10 to 16 feet in height without thermal breaks or energy escapes. The HVAC system was designed to optimize the ICF construction and uses high-efficiency Daiken mini-splits with very high SEER ratings. Fire sprinkler system throughout the entire house, including garages. 4.5 spray foam insulation cathedral application on all roof lines. Windows and Patio doors are 100% Fibrex® composite material with superior strength and performance. Wired and wireless security systems designed with four levels of redundant protection video and audio utilizing 16 cameras managed on the Cloud and owned internal server by UniFi Dream Machine professional gateway with 3 Wi-Fi points providing 360-degree property coverage. State-of-the-art, Custom-Designed 3D audio and Dolby 7.2.8 Home Theater System with 19 speakers and custom Acoustics; video system includes 4K Dual Laser Projector and 135-inch Wall Screen (66x118). 7kW 20 Solar Panel system provides from 11k to 14k annual kW Hours. Integrated battery backup power: 6 cells provide 18kWh, capable of powering a 200-amp circuit in the main living area, including HVAC. A 10 to 25-year warranty is conveyable to the new owner. Automated whole house wi-fi Water-Valve monitoring system 24x7. Automated internal patio and landscape lighting system integrated with photocell for security and enhanced the property's beauty. Located on a hillside with views, and to maximize privacy on a .85-acre lot.
1804 E Senna Point
Payson, AZ 85541
$1,900,000
3
Beds
4
Baths
3,606
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6748495
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Stunning new WTM Construction home located in the prestigious gated golf community of Chaparral Pines awaits you. This beauty is completed and displays an elegant masterpiece that this builder creates including 2X6 exterior walls, spray foam insulation, concrete fiber siding, Windsor Pinnacle Series Wood Clad windows, and a 50-year GAF Roof. This single level, open split floor plan home sits on a large lot backing to 2 water ponds with a waterfall and is not to be missed. Starting with a grand front entry to the great room is a wall of windows to capture the views where you will notice a stone ceiling to floor gas fireplace highlighted by a beamed ceiling bringing it all together. Kitchen boasts SS Wolfe Subzero appliances such as a 48'' refrigerator, 48'' gas cooktop, built in oven and microwave, Sollid Brand soft close doors/drawers done in Shaker White style with black hardware, upgraded granite throughout, farm sink, an oversized kitchen island and breakfast nook which make it truly a chef's delight. Separate study/office with barn doors also has a beamed ceiling and can be a multi purpose room. Primary bedroom is a dream with a beamed ceiling and exterior doors to the back patio. Bath has dual vanities with large mirrors, walk through shower, 2 closets, and a free standing tub highlighted by a Chandelier. Guest bedrooms are both ensuites with large walk in showers and closets. Garage is oversized and can hold an RV/Boat and has epoxy floor finish and leads into a mud room/breezeway for added convenience. Flooring is all engineered wood with tile in all the wet areas. Large driveway and all patios are done in pavers. Too much to mention! Come experience this amazing build.