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

Six Reasons Why You'll Need a Licensed Real Estate Agent When You Buy or Sell a HouseAre 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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23430 N 84th Street Scottsdale, AZ 85255

$1,575,000
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,896 SqFt
Status Active Under Contract
MLS # 6784263
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Outstanding residence on a 1-acre lot with impressive mountains, sunsets, & sunrise views! You will love the natural desert landscaping & oversized courtyard with synthetic grass. The 3-car garage, extra long driveway, & RV gate allow you to bring your toys, cars, & trucks. Inside, be welcomed by a delightful living room & a family room with a fireplace. High wood beamed ceilings, clerestory windows, stone floors, neutral palette, French doors, pre-wired surround sound, & arched doorways. Architecturally & aesthetically pleasing! Chef's kitchen showcases granite counters, a plethora of cabinets w/crown moulding, tile backsplash, & stainless steel appliances, including a pot filler. The main retreat offers a lavish bathroom with a garden tub, a dual sink vanity, a floor-to-ceiling tiled shower, & a walk-in closet. Host fun gatherings in the huge backyard comprised of a built-in BBQ, outdoor pizza oven, fireplace, large covered patio, artificial turf, outdoor shower & a sparkling pool. You don't want to miss this excellent property!

3125 N 86th Place Scottsdale, AZ 85251

$1,565,000
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,270 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6787620
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
NEW CONSTRUCTION home with BRAND NEW IN GROUND HEATED POOL and SPA with smart automation. This professionally designed home includes luxury finishes and GRAND 10FT CEILINGS. Large great room features a chefs kitchen with quartz counter tops and modern cabinets. With large glass sliding door to a covered patio with custom BUILT IN gas grill. Featuring DOUBLE primary bedrooms. Primary bedroom includes large zero-grade shower and separate soaking tub. The perfect spa experience! Laundry room with custom cabinets and laundry sink. Electric car charger in attached garage. This corner lot on quiet cul-de-sac steps away from Pima Park is the perfect NEW BUILD home!

6623 E Whispering Mesquite Trail Scottsdale, AZ 85266

$1,560,000
3 Beds
3 Baths
2,867 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6767655
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Gorgeous Updated & Impeccably maintained 3 bedroom home PLUS detached Casita w/ Ensuite in Terravita! Too many upgrades to list all include new European Oak flooring w/ 6'' baseboards. Remodeled kitchen & Bar includes gorgeous Quartzite countertops with full backsplash, new cabinetry w/ built-in wood panel Bosch & Thermador appliances and wine refrigerator, new brushed gold hardware. Brand new Home automation includes upgraded Wi-Fi, automated lighting w/ scene lighting capability, television and music surround system, pool & spa features, 2 Nest Thermostats, Video Doorbell, Wi-Fi enabled garage doors.etc. - all controlled via keypad or i-phone. See full list of upgrades! Spacious 3 car garage has all new custom cabinetry. Back yard includes pool & heated spa, new covered outdoor More... built-in grilling station with Napoleon gas grill. New Carrier A/C & furnaces installed '21. Upgraded landscaping.Terravita is a member-owned, private golf and country club, offering year-round active lifestyle options. Many diverse activities and groups that meet regularly to explore new trails, enjoy fitness classes, create art, relax by the pool, play tennis, dine together in a state of the art clubhouse, accolades received for its recent renovations.

10625 E Blanche Drive Scottsdale, AZ 85255

$1,560,000
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,598 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6800737
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Nestled in McDowell Mountain Ranch in the Prestigious Guard Gated Community of Cimarron Hills surrounded by an abundance of hiking & biking trails. Open, split floorplan Quality Built by Geoffrey Edmunds, features 2598 Sq Ft. 3BR/2 .5BA, 12' ceilings, private heated salt water pool, gas firepit, new roof 2021, exterior painted 2022, and is located on a private cul-de-sac street. This exquisite, fully updated home includes high-end finishes, spa-like master retreat with huge walk-in closet, chef's kitchen with Thermador appliance, and this home has been meticulously maintained. Complete Improvements list in Documents Tab. Low maintenance landscaping. Backs to the NOA with no one behind & Mountain Views. Fitness facility, Pickleball & Tennis Courts & MMR Golf Course 5 minutes away

37325 N 29th Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85086

$1,559,899
6 Beds
4.5 Baths
5,097 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6759908
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Stunning Custom Hillside Luxury Home with Unparalleled Privacy and Views. Experience ultimate privacy and breathtaking views in this custom, privately-gated hillside home. Nestled atop a mountain in the exclusive Desert Hills community, this spacious residence offers a seamless blend of indoor and outdoor living spaces, perfect for entertaining or enjoying tranquil solitude. The main level is the heart of this home, you'll find the updated kitchen with extensive custom cabinets, granite countertops, high-end appliances, and plenty of storage, including a huge walk-in pantry. The views are stunning from the dining room, family room and master bedroom with a luxurious ensuite and walk-in closet. Bedrooms two and three each with generous walk-in closets complete the main level with direct entry from the extra deep 3 car garage. The lower level provides 3 additional bedrooms and recreational spaces, ensuring ample room for everyone. It includes a theater room with stadium seating for 9, full gym/ exercise room, and bonus/game room, providing ample space for relaxation and recreation. Additional storage closets on both levels add to the convenience. The property has a whole house H20 Concepts water system, owned propane tank and private commercial grade gated driveway. Lighting, garage doors and commercial quality gate are all app / Wifi controlled. 2000sf graded pad to east of home ready for future projects. This home is full of custom features; windows by Pella, eight-foot solid core interior/exterior doors and ten-foot ceilings throughout, including vaulted ceilings in select areas. Over $250k has been invested in upgraded landscaping and improvements, enhancing the beauty and functionality of the 2.4-acre private hillside lot. This home is extremely well-insulated, with power bills averaging less than $300 a month, an amazing feat for a home of this size. Conveniently located between Anthem and Tramonto, east of I-17, this home offers spectacular views over Anthem, Scottsdale, and Cave Creek, extending to the Four Peaks mountain range over 50 miles away. Enjoy the added bonus of watching the Anthem 4th of July fireworks from the comfort of your patio.

2532 N Williams Street Mesa, AZ 85203

$1,559,000 - 4Br/5Ba -  for Sale in Overlook At Forest Knoll, Mesa
Open House
$1,559,000
4 Beds
4.5 Baths
3,564 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6791226
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Experience the ultimate in luxury living at the gated community of Overlook at Forest Knoll! This extensively upgraded home rests on a corner lot and features a private courtyard. An exquisite wrought iron door leads to a superb great room with 12' vaulted ceilings and elegant formal dining room. The spacious living room offers exposed beams and natural lighting that flood the the interiors. The floor to ceiling electric stone fireplace and multi panel sliding doors enhance the living room. The upscale gourmet kitchen features a second dining with oversized island, ice maker, dual dishwashers, gas range with dual ovens, under lighting cabinetry and a walk-in pantry. The primary bedroom has a cozy sitting area and bath with oversized split sinks and make up table. See Supplement.... Luxuriate in your Kohler freestanding tub and dual head walk-in shower. Custom cabinetry is throughout the bathroom and there is plenty of room in the generous walk-in closet. The cleverly designed office has striking custom built-in cabinetry and half bath. The second and third bedrooms each feature a custom walk-in closest and full spacious bathrooms. Additional primary bedroom suite is one of the home's best enhancements with separate living quarters. It is an open concept suite perfect for guests, live in or mother in law quarters or extended family living. The suite also has another custom built-in walk-in closet as well as a kitchenette. The generous laundry room adjoints the 3.5 car garage with walk-through garage doors. An RV gate with RV pad/ Pickleball court. This resort lifestyle home features custom shutters throughout and three Ramadas; one with a cascading waterfall into the refreshing 15x30 pool. This backyard oasis also entertains a putting green.This is the perfect place to host parties and family fun. Escape to the She Shed or potential Man Cave/shop. Let your imagination run wild with this additional structure! Situated less than a mile from the 202, it is close to Hohokam Stadium, just a few miles from Sloan Park and Mesa Riverview, and only 14 miles from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport

9580 E Southwind Lane Scottsdale, AZ 85262

$1,559,000
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,127 SqFt
Status Active Under Contract
MLS # 6802367
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
This impeccably maintained and elegantly appointed single level residence (NO STEPS) in the highly desirable, gated Monument at Troon North features an ideal open floor plan bathed in natural light from a soaring wall of windows. The spacious chef's kitchen, color-drenched in soft wood tones with high end appliances and ample pantry storage, is open to the Dining Room, Great Room with stacked stone fireplace, and separate Office. Timeless slate tile floors throughout create a perfect upscale canvas for any style of furnishings. Enter the Primary Suite through double doors, relax in the sitting room, and enjoy the spa-like bathroom with separate shower, soaking tub and large walk-in closet. Your guests will enjoy the privacy of two additional bedroom retreats. The bright and sunny office can also be a 4th bedroom or 2nd living space. Bask in resort-style living in the charming, private backyard oasis with sparkling pool, built-in barbecue and covered patio. Easy maintenance with tasteful desert landscaping and artificial turf plus a 3-car garage! Located In the heart of Troon North, near some of the Valley's best hiking, biking and golf at Tom's Thumb, Brown's Ranch, and Troon North Golf Club, plus destination dining and shopping, this spectacular home offers the quintessential Arizona luxury lifestyle! Don't miss this one!

32633 N 137th Street Scottsdale, AZ 85262

$1,555,000
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,903 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6803436
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Rugged Mountain Views Stunning Sunrise and Sunset Enclosed Courtyard Private Entrances Breakfast Bar Island Custom Cabinetry Ready for Horse Set-Up or Backyard Oasis This stunning custom home with 360-degree views is thoughtfully designed to harmonize elegance with the rugged beauty of the McDowell Mountain Sonoran Preserve. Set on 1.64 acres of picturesque desert terrain, the home showcases dramatic views of the rugged Mazatzal Mountains, Four Peaks, and vibrant native flora, all perfectly framed by its Spanish Colonial architecture. The 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom residence provides an elevated living experience, boasting 10' high ceilings, and a layout designed for both comfort and versatility. The renovated kitchen is a true centerpiece, featuring quartz and granite countertops,

11748 N 80th Place Scottsdale, AZ 85260

$1,550,000
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,578 SqFt
Status Active Under Contract
MLS # 6810527
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Quintessential mid-Scottsdale one level golf course home. Elevated design-studs out remodel brought to modern life with highest quality materials & fittings. Grand floor plan+scale delight. Lofty ceilings, warm light oak hardwoods. Expansive,masterful kitchen in pleasing,black,cream & touches of gold. Double ovens, custom hood, designer tile+extra-large entertainment ready island. Bringing the outdoors in, a fully opening window in the kitchen reveals a bar, What Fun! Great room with all the spaces you could want to entertain in. Grand fireplace,bar,dining area & spacious kick your shoes off living room. Spectacular owners retreat w/ it's elegant bath. Down the hall: Lrg bedroom+remodeled bath+3rd bedroom/office. Resort-like backyard complete w/ a pool. Gated community. Live life well!

23875 N 125th Place Scottsdale, AZ 85255

$1,550,000
3 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,848 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6823373
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Experience unparalleled luxury in this exquisite new construction, lock-and-leave home. Contemporary elegance meets sophisticated design, boasting top-of-the-line finishes throughout. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream, featuring oversized quartzite countertops, abundant storage, premium cabinetry, and state-of-the-art Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances. Step inside to breathtaking views of four majestic peaks that create a dramatic backdrop to your everyday living. The sumptuous primary suite is a private retreat complete with a spa-inspired bathroom designed for ultimate relaxation. A versatile office/den offers the flexibility to serve as a fourth bedroom if desired. Enhancing the property's appeal is an elegant casita, perfect for accommodating guests with added privacy. Step outside onto your serene patio and savor the crisp air and glorious mountain vistas. Indulge in the pinnacle of luxurious livingwhere every detail is meticulously crafted for an exceptional lifestyle. The property features a top-of-the-line water softener system, advanced water filtration equipment, and a programmable thermostat in every room for personalized climate control

4367 S Avenida De Angeles -- Gold Canyon, AZ 85118

$1,550,000
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,860 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6791499
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
PRICE REDUCTION! Premium hillside golf course frontage w/unending, unobstructed Superstition Mountain views in the coveted private gated community of Vista Del Corazon in Gold Canyon. OFFERED TURNKEY FURNISHED MINUS PERSONAL ITEMS ON EXCLUSION LIST. Only 35 minutes to Sky Harbor & 20 minutes to Williams Gateway. Well situated above the 11th tee of the renowned Dinosaur Mountain Golf Course. Distant 20+ mile views to unbridled mountain ranges. Extensive use of northeastward facing glass provides stunning Superstition Mountain & Tonto National Forest vistas while enabling natural light to fill the home. New roof 2020! All HVAC's new 2020! Vaulted great room 16' ceilings, Travertine & real wood flooring, 8' solid core doors w/Emtec hardware, attractive Alder cabinetry. Primary suite & den/office on main floor. Kitchen island & counters granite; kitchen nook & formal dining.New GE stainless appliances including double wall ovens, dishwasher, and electric cook top 2023. Sunset and morning patios. Room for pool and spa. 3 fireplaces--two internal and one external. Upgraded lighting fixtures. All bedrooms with walk-in closets. 9-12' ceilings dominate the coffered ceilings. Primary suite with sitting area, storage, water closet, double sinks, jetted tub, generous walk-in closet. Oversized 3-car garage with 23'-26' bays and epoxy floor. Very private setting with only one neighbor to the north and quiet open space elsewhere. Home exterior painted 2020. New roof with double layer of 40# felt underlayment 2020 with 10-year warranty. Three new Trane HVAC's 2020 with warranties to March 2030.

12980 N 94th Way Scottsdale, AZ 85260

$1,550,000
2 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,474 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6798190
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Welcome to the enclave of Windrose Estates, a small gated community offering privacy and prime location in the desired Cactus Corridor. Home is a 2 bedroom + Office + Game Room(can be converted back to a bedroom) Office Features a 100 Bottle wine fridge.

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