Six Reasons Why You’ll Need a Licensed Real Estate Agent When You Buy or Sell a House

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.  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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7551 E Wethersfield Road Scottsdale, AZ 85260

$1,799,000

6 Beds

4 Baths

4,015 SqFt

Status Active Under Contract

MLS # 6814113

Property Type Single Family Residence

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Enjoy over 4,000 sq. ft. of livable space across the main house and casita on a 0.85-acre lot with NO HOA! Expertly redesigned with Blue Sky Homes, this modern gem features 16-ft ceilings, an expansive kitchen with a waterfall island, and $700K+ in upgrades. The backyard boasts a renovated pool, putting green, and 2-bed/1-bath casita. A proven investment, this property has been leased consistently as an unfurnished rental, averaging just under $10K per month. Additional perks: epoxy 3-car garage, EV charger, artificial turf, and a Baja shelf Pebble Tec pool. This property delivers on every level! *SELLER FINANCING AVAILABLE*

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33705 N 64th Street Scottsdale, AZ 85266

$1,799,000

3 Beds

3.5 Baths

2,914 SqFt

Status Active Under Contract

MLS # 6822702

Property Type Single Family Residence

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Welcome to this stunning residence that seamlessly blends luxury & comfort. Upon entering, you are greeted by an inviting interior, highlighted with a gorgeous kitchen which boasts top of the line appliances including Electrolux oven, Wolf gas range, Bosch DW and granite sink and countertops.a built in fridge ensures a sleek look and easy access. The home features elegant travertines floors while plush carpeting adds warmth to the bedroom. Upgraded light fixtures illuminate the spaces and clestory windows to allow for for an abundance of natural light. Stylish wet bar is perfect for entertaining and water softener & drinking water provide added convenience.The Master suite is a true retreat featuring a thoughtfully designed closet & luxurious bathroom complete with large glass...see more Enclosed Shower with dual shower heads. Wood shutters throughout the home add a touch of sophistication and privacy. Spacious Living room, Den and family room off kitchen with gas Fireplace.Step outside to find a beautifully laid out outdoor space that includes a sparkling pool & lush turf both framed by elegant travertine. The built in outdoor kitchen and ding area offer the perfect setting for meals while enjoying the breathtaking views of Black Mountain. Relax by the gas fire pit or sun on the top deck of pool. # car garage with epoxy floors and ample cabinetry for storage. This home blended with Terravita amenities makes it an ideal sanctuary for those who appreciate the finer things in life!! The casita offers a private space for guest with a full bathroom and closet. New roof in late 2024 with transferrable warranty. Terravita is a guard gated 823 acre planned community which consists of many amenities including an 18 hole championship golf course, a 39,000 square foot newly remodeled clubhouse facility with 2 dining areas, a heated 25 meter pool with easy beach front entrance and hot tub, 6 tennis courts and a full-time tennis pro, a 13,000 square foot health and fitness center, community-wide 6 mile long walking and jogging trails, and extensive event calendar with fun-filled events for the dozens of social organizations.

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4290 W Fort Bridger Road Prescott, AZ 86305

$1,799,000

3 Beds

3.5 Baths

3,452 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6823605

Property Type Single Family Residence

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Awesome Custom Built 3452 Square Foot Single Level home in Prestigious AMERICAN RANCH placed on a 1.6 Acre Lot covered with a unique Boulder Plateau & has Tremendous VIEWS of Granite Mountain, San Francisco Peaks, & adjacent Boulder Outcroppings!!! Enter a massive GREAT ROOM w/Beamed/Vaulted Ceilings, Peeled Pole Accents, 2 Tone Paint, 20'' Tile, Hardwood Floors, Stain Grade Baseboards, Doors, & Window Valances, Gas Fireplace, Stone Chimney Face, Formal Dining Room, Upgraded Lighting, Ceiling Fans, Open/Split Floor Plan with 3 Bedrooms, all with en suites + another ½ Bath / 3 Car Garage + Den/Office. Kitchen is well appointed w/Knotty Alder Cabinetry w/Dove Tailed Drawers, Soft Close Doors & Drawers, Chiseled Edge GRANITE Countertops, Stainless Steel Appliances (Thermador 6 Burner Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Wall Oven/Micro, Fridge) Lg Pantry, & Under Cupboard Lighting. Primary Bedroom is Massive w/Coffered Ceiling, Dual Segregated Sinks under GRANITE, Garden Tub, Walk-in Shower w/Glass Block Radius Wall, & Enormous Walk-In Closet with Built-ins. Other Amenities include an Impressive Brick Paver Driveway/Walkway, Wrap-around Veranda, Massive Paver Patio in rear w/Built In BBQ & Outdoor Gas Fireplace, Fenced - Raised Garden Beds, Zoned Heating/Cooling, Full Fire Suppression System, Central Vac, huge Laundry Room w/Upper & Lower Cabinetry, GRANITE Countertops/Folding area, Laundry Sink, & Washer & Dryer Convey. You will not be disappointed!!!!

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4431 E Calle Allegre -- Phoenix, AZ 85018

$1,799,000

4 Beds

3 Baths

2,364 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6816474

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

A+ location! Discover this 4 bed/ 3 bath midcentury modern Ralph Haver designed house in Arcadia Proper, ideally located within steps of Global Ambassador, The Henry and more. With a spacious Primary suite, a second en-suite Bedroom and two more bedrooms, there is plenty of room to spread out. Vaulted ceilings and a spacious open split floor plan allow this home to be bathed in an abundance of natural light. The chef's kitchen features custom white shaker cabinetry, light granite countertops, induction stove and an oversized island. Venture outside to your personal oasis — the backyard is an entertainer's dream with stunning Camelback Mountain views, a gas fire-pit, BBQ area, and a like-new Presidential pool with a built-in spa. This is your chance to own an Arcadia dream. A perfect combination of luxury and prime location!

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3089 S Prospector Circle Gold Canyon, AZ 85118

$1,799,000

4 Beds

3.5 Baths

3,072 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6142764

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Build your Dream Home in Prospector Village at Superstition Mountain Golf and Country Club. Top of the line Luxury Finishes. Lot 5 (Golf Course Lot). Two single level 3,000+sqft, 3Bdrm + Den 3.5 Bath floor-plans available. Three car garage option. Superstition Mountain Golf & Country Club is a private guard gated community with two Jack Nicklaus courses, magnificent clubhouse, sports club with swim/tennis/fitness and so much more! Built by Landmark Custom Home Builders. Photos are of previous models. Prices are subject to change

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3119 S Prospector Circle Gold Canyon, AZ 85118

$1,799,000

4 Beds

3.5 Baths

3,072 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6142777

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Build your Dream Home in Prospector Village at Superstition Mountain Golf and Country Club. Top of the line Luxury Finishes. Lot 3 (Golf Course Lot). Two single level 3,000+sqft, 3Bdrm + Den 3.5 Bath floor-plans available. Three car garage option. Superstition Mountain Golf & Country Club is a private guard gated community with two Jack Nicklaus courses, magnificent clubhouse, sports club with swim/tennis/fitness and so much more! Built by Landmark Custom Home Builders. Photos are of previous models. Prices are subject to change

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3149 S Prospector Circle Gold Canyon, AZ 85118

$1,799,000

4 Beds

3.5 Baths

3,072 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6159305

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Build your Dream Home in Prospector Village at Superstition Mountain Golf and Country Club. Top of the line Luxury Finishes. Lot 1 (Golf Course Lot). Two single level 3,000+sqft, 3Bdrm + Den 3.5 Bath floor-plans available. Three car garage option. Superstition Mountain Golf & Country Club is a private guard gated community with two Jack Nicklaus courses, magnificent clubhouse, sports club with swim/tennis/fitness and so much more! Built by Landmark Custom Home Builders. Photos are of previous models. Prices are subject to change

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7180 E Kierland Boulevard Unit 1115 Scottsdale, AZ 85254

$1,799,000

2 Beds

2 Baths

1,686 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6606149

Property Type Apartment

Price Type --

Discover the pinnacle of contemporary living with spectacular and breathtaking views of the McDowell Mountains from this 11th floor penthouse. Floor to ceiling windows help showcase the incredible views. The penthouse features hardwood floors, an outdoor patio with gas stub out, motorized blinds, Bosch kitchen appliances and wine fridge. Primary bathroom features 48x24 inch slab tile and private water closet. Extra high ceilings accentuate the open floor plan with split bedrooms. The laundry room is large offering additional storage space. This penthouse comes with 2 parking spaces and an EV charger. Optima Kierland offers residents a luxurious lifestyle with unparalleled resort amenities, highlighted by the exquisite rooftop pool, along with a hot tub, cold plunge, steam and sauna, and outdoor kitchen and bar. The 1st floor gym is huge and state of the art. Indoor basketball and pickle ball courts complete the outstanding amenities at Optima Kierland Enjoy easy access to Kierland Commons, Scottsdale Quarter, and some of the city's finest restaurants and boutiques .This is more than just a home; it's a year-round vacation destination.

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4330 W Box Elder Lane Show Low, AZ 85901

$1,799,000

6 Beds

6 Baths

4,500 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6724011

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Wow!! This is the pride of Torreon and can now be yours. This fantastic house has so many extras it will be hard to mention even a few of them. This 6 bedroom 6 bath home was built with the highest quality amenities throughout the home. Quartz countertops throughout, high end gas range, 2 tankless water heaters. soft water system, 2 hvac systems 5/8 inch fire rated drywall , tons of storage, 2 laundry rooms, it has a hardwired alarm system and intercom for all bedrooms and back deck, 2000 sq ft of t&g wood ceilings also features a 5 car garage with its own bathroom! This home has 6000 sq ft of pavers in the front and back with its own gas firepit, looking at the prettiest golf holes in Torreon #15 on the Tower course, looking at the green and pond.

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40167 N 110th Place Scottsdale, AZ 85262

$1,799,000

3 Beds

3 Baths

2,454 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6735429

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

A Desert Mountain Lifestyle Membership is available to be transferred with this property. Situated on the 1st Fairway of the Apache Golf Course at the world-renowned Desert Mountain Club, this property will impress with its stunning golf course views, expansive wall-to-wall windows, soaring 12' viga ceilings, alder woodwork, multiple fireplaces and hardwood floors. Your eye will be drawn to the stunning views of the golf course to the East and the mountain, sunset and city light views to the West. This North Scottsdale upgraded Cielo model patio home features an open great room floor plan with 3 bedrooms, 3 baths and 2,454 sq. ft. all on one level. The modern southwest architectural feel and the natural light interior throughout offers a high-end custom feel. The updated kitchen showcases stainless steel appliances with a gas cooktop, double ovens, copper backsplash, granite countertops, breakfast bar, and casual dining nook with custom built-in kitchen seating. Exterior features include large covered patios with lounging areas and banco seating, private spa, updated built-in BBQ grill, view fence, lush landscaping and a two car attached garage with epoxy flooring. A portion of the additional upgrades include roof coating, skylights, HVAC, tankless water heater, water softener and garage cabinets. The Village of Apache Cottages provides a private village pool and lounging area for residents.

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36495 N Livorno Way Scottsdale, AZ 85262

$1,799,000

4 Beds

3.5 Baths

4,114 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6752289

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Welcome to your new home in the Sonoran Desert, located in the gated community of Treviso. This nearly one-acre cul-de-sac property offers privacy and tranquility. Enter through a gated courtyard featuring a custom metal gate and stone pavers. Inside, the living room boasts 12-foot ceilings and abundant natural light. The chef's kitchen includes a Typhoon Bordeaux granite island, quartz countertops, and stainless steel appliances. The primary bedroom offers a private patio for sunrise views. The bathroom features dual vanities, a glass-enclosed shower with dual shower heads, and a soaking tub. Secondary bedrooms each have en-suite bathrooms. The office includes sliding doors to the center courtyard, custom built-in desks, shelving, and barn doors. This office is also perfect for the 4th bedroom that can connect to the shared full bathroom. The backyard is ideal for entertaining, with a heated pool, spa, artificial grass, and lush landscaping. An owned solar system reduces energy costs, and an automated fertilizer system helps maintain the landscaping. Wood shutters and automated blinds are installed throughout the home. This meticulously maintained home includes a three-car garage and is move-in ready. It's perfect as a primary residence or a seasonal retreat. Located in North Scottsdale, it's close to hiking and biking trails, as well as dining, shopping, and entertainment in Carefree and Cave Creek.

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6525 E Cave Creek Road Unit 9 Cave Creek, AZ 85331

$1,799,000

3 Beds

4.5 Baths

3,501 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6793227

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

This former 2-Story Model is Nestled at the base of BLACK MOUNTAIN in the esteemed community of HIDDEN ROCK located in the HEART OF CAVE CREEK, ARIZONA! This contemporary Masterpiece was designed and built by the acclaimed architect Shawn Kaffer. Featuring Soaring 20' ceiling in the great room with a Wonderful Abundance of natural lighting that dances off the recently added gorgeous custom Chandelier, gas wall fireplace, and a magnificent 8-foot glass encased Wine Fridge. The main floor also boasts 2-Primary suites, split plan providing the utmost privacy. The Gourmet kitchen will not disappoint the culinary enthusiast! Featuring Bosch Stainless steel appliances, TWO Dishwashers, Refrigerator/Freezer & dishwasher fronts match the ungraded modern cabinetry, built-in Expresso machine, waterfall island, walk-in pantry, pull-out drawers and drop lighting at island. This kitchen is perfect for anyone channeling their inner chef! Off the kitchen is a 1/2 bath, garage entry, laundry room with built-in's and sink and your lower level entrance to your Private ELEVATOR! Or you can take the beautiful modern floating wood stairs the upstairs. The loft has an office area with built ins, sliding glass door wall leading to the outside South facing balcony with a beautiful view of black mountain. The other side of the loft has a full wet bar with beverage fridge and storage. The upstairs master suite has its own private North facing balcony, beautiful bath and walk-in closet. The media room is huge with built-in shelves and beautiful private bath. This FORMER MODEL IS A MUST SEE!!

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