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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7528 N 185th Avenue Waddell, AZ 85355

$1,099,900

6 Beds

3.5 Baths

4,158 SqFt

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MLS # 6804789

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Home Sweet Home! Within the friendly west valley community of Waddell lies Clear Water Farms where you will find this 4,158sf block constructed full basement home on a 2 acre irrigated parcel with 6 bedrooms and 3.5 baths. Upon arrival the full length front patio and beautiful White Tank Mountain Regional Park backdrop will catch your eye. Pride of original ownership thought-out is evident as first steps inside reveal the hand crafted wood bannister and redbrick wood burning fireplace. Ground floor features an abundance of kitchen cabinetry, large kitchen island, dining area, guest bedroom, half bath and direct garage access. Upstairs you will find 3 guest bedrooms, guest bath, laundry and the oversized master bedroom featuring vaulted ceilings, wood burning fireplace, walk-in closet and ...full bath w/privacy room. Well designed basement, accessible by interior or exterior stairs, features a guest bedroom, full bath, game/tv room, bonus room, safe room and additional storage areas complimented by timeless flagstone flooring. Backyard designed for entertainment and relaxation boasts a Pebble Tec diving pool, built-in grill, full length patio, multiple seating areas, pavers, mature shade/fruit trees and grass lawn. 2000sf Shop/RV garage features loft area for additional storage, half bathroom and pull through RV doors. Additional property features include tack room with two rollup doors, covered horse stalls, large pasture, walk-in freezer, RV hookups and New HVAC units installed February 2025. Welcome Home!

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1457 E Copper Hollow Queen Creek, AZ 85140

$1,099,900

3 Beds

2.5 Baths

2,299 SqFt

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MLS # 6812032

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Absolutely Gorgeous Genova home on the most perfect south facing backyard homesite that offers upgrades that just have to be seen! Popular Genova model with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths with custom built barn doors and bookshelves with ladder, boasts comfort and function! The gourmet kitchen with staggered cabinets, SS appliance, 2 ovens, gas stove top, granite countertop, warming drawer, beverage fridge to the dining room with TWO rolling walls of glass that take you to the oversized POOL w/seating to the BBQ bar as you enjoy your swim or relax in the SPA watching the sun disappear behind your mountain views-NO backyard neighbors. So many more upgrades from a firepit, garden box, all tile floor, custom built ins, Prepaid Solar---so much more!

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5324 E Hillery Drive Scottsdale, AZ 85254

$1,099,900

4 Beds

2.5 Baths

2,308 SqFt

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MLS # 6733483

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Newly Priced and Seller offering Credit to renovate pool/ backyard remodel and towards interest rate buy-down or closing costs! Renovated with high end contemporary design finishes located in the highly desirable 85254 zip code. Split floor plan with over-sized Owner's Suite. Large kitchen and bar area with custom cabinetry and quartz counters and backsplashes. Custom built glass wine cellar and racking. Fully covered patio. Viking appliances. Large back yard. Dual pane energy saving windows / doors, smart thermostat with a North/South exposure. Beautiful marble bathroom featuring a double vanity, large soaking tub, and double walk-in shower. Automatic irrigation for grass and plants in back yard. The home is move-in ready and has been well taken care of by Owners.

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928 E Valencia Drive Phoenix, AZ 85042

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$1,099,900

5 Beds

4.5 Baths

3,862 SqFt

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MLS # 6805747

Property Type Single Family Residence

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WOW!!..RARE OPORTUNITY!*ONLY 15 CUSTOM HOMES ARE IN THIS PRESTIGIOUS GATED COMMUNITY OF KNOX RANCH*THIS 3862 SQ FT SINGLE LEVEL , 1/2 ACRE , N/S EXPOSURE, MTN VIEWS ,CUL-DE-SAC CORNER LOT is located in the Baseline South Mountain corridor *BLOCK CONSTRUCTION and 2 x 6 in all other areas*EXTRA INSULATION**13 ft SOARING VAULTED CEILINGS* 5 BEDS and 4.5 BATHS* Office space*Abundant natural light, Spacious living rooms*Plantation shutters* fully equipped kitchen for your cooking needs with BUTLERS PANTRY.*Master bathroom with a dual sink vanity, outside access, & walk-in shower*Spacious Walk-in Closet *3-car epoxy garage with EV CHARGING station*. GREAT CURB APPEAL *RV GATE* SPIRAL ROOF TOP DECK* ENTERTAINERS DREAM HOME!!*just minutes from hiking, downtown, GOLF COURSES, ASU, and Airport.

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6025 E Palomino Lane Scottsdale, AZ 85266

$1,099,888

5 Beds

2.5 Baths

3,388 SqFt

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MLS # 6813698

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Location...Updated...Room for the whole family? What else could you want!? Conveniently located close to schools, the town of Cave Creek, Carefree, and the great golf courses North Scottsdale has to offer. Brand new kitchen and appliances. Beautiful blend of modern with a nice feel of warmth. 5 bedrooms, office, and a loft area. Bonus room upstairs can be a huge bedroom or a great teenage/game/movie room. Awesome outdoor area with no neighbors behind, pool, fireplace, and new artificial turf with room for some fun games. 3 car garage with attached cabinets. Owned 14.72kW solar system paired to new AC Units to bring down or eliminate those energy bills and just enjoy the memories created within this wonderful home. Come see this today!

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22568 E Alyssa Road Queen Creek, AZ 85142

$1,099,155

5 Beds

4 Baths

3,659 SqFt

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MLS # 6741168

Property Type Single Family Residence

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Luxurious former model home featuring a desert modern architectural style, single-level living, a generational suite with a kitchenette, a game room, separate office, and more! The home has a February 2025 COE and includes the furnishings. Designer features throughout. The kitchen boasts a 12' multi-slider, GE café SS appliances with a built-in wall oven, microwave, stainless Steele refrigerator, and 30'' gas cooktop with a vent hood, an extended island with new elegance quartzite countertops, glass tile backsplash to the ceiling, and Lausanne maple truffle stacked cabinets with matte black pulls. 12' ceilings at the great room, dining room, and kitchen. A 10' center pull slider at the great room and a built-in entertainment cabinet. Upgraded light fixtures and custom window treatments.

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10986 N Northfield Street Surprise, AZ 85388

$1,099,000

4 Beds

3.5 Baths

2,727 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6790019

Property Type Single Family Residence

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Welcome to this exquisite 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home thats perfectly situated on a premium corner lot with a 3-car garage. Sitting on over 2700 sqft, this property boasts luxury upgrades and impeccable design throughout. The chef's kitchen is a showstopper featuring high-end cabinetry, an expansive island, abundant cabinet space, and a walk-in pantry. It opens to the great room with vaulted ceilings and wood beams, where a wall of glass doors seamlessly connects the indoor and outdoor living... The backyard is complete with a pool, putting green, and plenty of decking for entraining and multiple seating areas. The homes layout offers a secondary master suite with a walk-in closet on one side, while the primary suite impresses with a large master bathroom and custom shower. Two additional guest bedrooms round out the living spaces with double sinks and separate tub/shower room. Nestled within the community offering golfing, swimming, pickleball and tennis, this home is surrounded by mountain views and provides easy freeway access. Enjoy miles of walking paths and a serene yet convenient lifestyle.

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32133 N 127th Drive Peoria, AZ 85383

$1,099,000

5 Beds

3 Baths

2,787 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6807799

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Beautiful Cobblestone model w/ MOUNTAIN views located in a quiet cul-de-sac in Blackstone at Vistancia! The extended drive is accented w/ pavers & leads you to a relaxing gated paver courtyard. As you enter the home take notice of the recent updates including new paint, 10' high ceilings, luxury plank vinyl flooring, 5 1/4'' baseboards, LED lighting fixtures, plumbing fixtures & door hardware. Enjoy a large bonus room that may serve as a game room, formal dining room & more. The kitchen & family room area is perfect for entertaining. The kitchen offers granite counters, staggered cherry cabinets w/ trim, GE profile appliances, 5-burner gas cooktop, island, oversized/upgraded walk-in pantry & pendant lighting. The family room provides a perfect setup for your big screen TV w/ ceiling mount surround sound speakers. The guest wing offers 4 bedrooms for your family & friends, all w/ spacious closets. Adjacent to the bedrooms are 2 full bathrooms including shower/tub combos, high sinks, updated vanity mirrors & hardware, & new high-efficiency toilets. The spacious private owner's suite offers a cozy ambiance overlooking the mountain view through an upgraded bay window & french door to the patio. The owner's bath boasts separate high sinks, a separate vanity, upgraded double walk-in shower w/ bench, large linen closet & a generous walk-in closet. The inside laundry offers plenty of cabinet storage, space for a second refrigerator & gas & electric hookup for your dryer. The backyard welcomes you to your own private oasis. Custom designed pool w/ a raised gas heated spa, recently added copper decorative planters, spillways & updated tile. Relax by the fire pit on the elegant travertine patio or under the oversized pergola with LED lighting. Enjoy the low-maintenance landscaping w/ mature desert plants & artificial turf. The split 3-stall garage includes epoxy flooring, a water softener, fresh paint & the main garage has an upgraded 4ft extension. Come take a look at your dream home today!

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18830 E White Wing Drive Rio Verde, AZ 85263

$1,099,000

2 Beds

2.5 Baths

3,140 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6769568

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Well built custom Southwest style home on the golf course in Rio Verde. Views to the NE mountains. Formal and Casual Dining. Built in wetbar in great room. Spacious Primary Suite with access to patio and private inground hot tub, bath w/dual vanities and separate closets. Ensuite Guest room on opposite side of the home with front courtyard access. Cozy den/office with niches. Kitchen has plenty of storage, large island with cooktop, Subzero fridge. Sitting area by fireplace adjoins kitchen. Covered back patio and plenty of space to entertain. Beautiful carved solid wood front door and interior doors are ruff hewn solid wood. Flagstone flooring all around except for hardwood in primary suite. 2 car plus golf cart garage. Come and see this special home bordering White Wing #2!

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1542 W Maddock Road Phoenix, AZ 85086

$1,099,000

4 Beds

3 Baths

2,604 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6763347

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Located on just over an acre of land, this 4-bed, 3-bath, single-story home offers approx. 2,604 square feet of living space. Built in 2008, the property includes a large 4-car garage, room for RV parking, and is ideal for equine enthusiasts. The expansive lot provides endless possibilities! Inside, the open kitchen, featuring quartz countertops, is perfect for entertaining. Quartz counters are found in the kitchen & bathrooms. Situated in Desert Hills, the home is centrally located in The Valley, with convenient access to restaurants, retail shopping, and healthcare. Additionally, there are 2.7 acres for sale next door for someone interested in building an arena or just having MLS 6763416!

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18191 N Key Estrella Drive Surprise, AZ 85374

$1,099,000

3 Beds

3.5 Baths

2,529 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6795615

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Your Arizona Dream Starts Here! Discover the pinnacle of luxury living in The Grand, Surprise, AZ's premier active adult community. This highly updated golf course home offers over 2,500 sq. ft. in the main house, plus a private casita—perfect for guests or a serene retreat. From the moment you step inside, you'll see why this home is truly one of a kind. The heart of the home features a chef's dream kitchen with new appliances The reverse osmosis and soft water systems have also been updated. In the Great room there is a beverage center complete with a temperature-controlled wine cooler, refrigerator, and built-in ice maker. Imported custom doors lead into the den, adding a touch of elegance and uniqueness. see more. . Updated luxury vinyl plank flooring in the primary suite, great room, and casita complements the tile found throughout the rest of the home. The primary suite is a haven of comfort with a new patio door opening to your backyard retreat. A 20-foot patio door in the family room seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor living. Step into your private oasis, where travertine surrounds a recently refinished pool, and two elevated viewing areas provide breathtaking golf course views. Entertain effortlessly with a new BBQ island and Blackstone griddle, while Infratech ceiling heaters and a tongue-and-groove patio ceiling ensure year-round enjoyment. The front court yard is its own private sanctuary. Meticulously maintained, this home boasts a new roof underlayment, updated window glass, fresh paint, updated irrigation, and lush landscaping. Electric window coverings at the rear of the house provide added convenience and privacy, and a privacy wall enhances the sanctuary feel of the backyard. This exceptional home in The Grand offers an unparalleled lifestyle with access to world-class amenities, including golf, fitness centers, pools, and vibrant social activities. Don't miss this rare opportunity to live in your Arizona dream.

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17409 N Horseshoe Drive Surprise, AZ 85374

$1,099,000

2 Beds

2.5 Baths

2,602 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6798578

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Magnificent Rosewood on the 4th hole of Granite Falls South with water views and spectacular sunrise and sunsets! Enjoy relaxing in your private backyard oasis featuring an extended patio with a heated salt water pool & spa, built in BBQ and a firepit on the raised patio extension. This popular open floorplan is an entertainers dream! Included is crown molding, plantation shutters, fireplace and built in media center. The kitchen offers newer appliances, gas cook top, granite counters and pullout shelves. Roof underlayment replaced 5 years ago. And you will love all the citrus trees! Don't miss this fabulous property!

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