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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15120 E Vermillion Drive Fountain Hills, AZ 85268

$979,900

4 Beds

2.5 Baths

2,774 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6767704

Property Type Single Family Residence

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Location, Location, Location. All the best Fountain Hills & Scottsdale has to offer! Experience luxury living in the prestigious guard gated golf community of Eagle Mountain. This awesome split floorplan, single level home features: 4 bedrooms, 2 ½ baths a large office, formal living/dining and a 3 car garage. Over $45K spent on the stunning travertine and hardwood flooring. New roof and energy efficient gas tankless hot water heater, 2014. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's delight, with built-in appliances including a gas range, abundant elegant cabinetry, a walk-in pantry and a spacious island breakfast bar. The great room invites relaxation with its cozy fireplace & clerestory windows. Enjoy the best of Arizona when you step outside on to your expansive private backyard & covered patio.

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6639 E Sharon Drive Scottsdale, AZ 85254

$979,900

4 Beds

2 Baths

2,302 SqFt

Status Active Under Contract

MLS # 6735419

Property Type Single Family Residence

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Fantastic sense of pride in this neighborhood! This charming single level home boasts 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, walk in wine room or cigar humidor, great room concept floor plan with an open kitchen and formal dining. Full size RV gate with room for RV parking. Split floorplan with 3 bedrooms on one side and a huge master bedroom retreat with a fabulous master bath, extra large walk in closet and lots of light. Enjoy the extended patio overlooking the pebble tech pool and the BBQ area with outdoor fire place, plenty of room for dining and still room for a grassy play area! Over $100k in upgrades including a full kitchen remodel. Easy access to everything makes this a home you will not want to miss!

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7567 W Gelding Drive Peoria, AZ 85381

$979,900

4 Beds

3 Baths

2,650 SqFt

Status Active Under Contract

MLS # 6772888

Property Type Single Family Residence

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Bella Pasa, a gated enclave of 30 semi-custom homes in the perfect location! Our newest plan, a 4-bedroom, 2.5 bath single-level home with the Ultimate RV Garage- 44 ft long with a 16 ft ceiling, a 12x14 door with room for all the toys! Large north-facing lot, covered patio, multi-slide 'wall of windows' for indoor/outdoor living. LG appliances, 10 ft ceilings and 8 ft tall doors; upgraded electrical package and many upgrades, still time to select and personalize the interior finishes. Mid 2025 completion. $20,000 towards financing or additional upgrades.

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7575 W Gelding Drive Peoria, AZ 85381

$979,900

4 Beds

3 Baths

2,650 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6772889

Property Type Single Family Residence

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Bella Pasa, a gated enclave of 30 semi-custom homes in the perfect location! Our newest plan, a 4-bedroom, 2.5 bath single-level home with the Ultimate RV Garage- 44 ft long with a 16 ft ceiling, a 12x14 door with room for all the toys! Large north-facing lot, covered patio, multi-slide 'wall of windows' for indoor/outdoor living. LG appliances, 10 ft ceilings and 8 ft tall doors; upgraded electrical package and many upgrades, still time to select and personalize the interior finishes. Mid 2025 completion. $20,000 towards financing or additional upgrades.

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630 N Star Court Apache Junction, AZ 85119

$979,900

4 Beds

3.5 Baths

2,550 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6649910

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

A spectacular unobstructed Superstition views! 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 baths. Flat, fully useable 1-acre lot facing the mountain with loads of backyard space. This is one of our last multi-Gen design homes available! Give your teen/parent or guests the ultimate in comfort and privacy by having them stay in their own 2-room suite, bedroom and sitting room with private full bath and kitchenette with private door to the courtyard and a sliding glass door to a private patio. 4-Car garage with insulated doors. Includes front yard landscaping. All Interior finishes and design have been pre-selected. Fully fenced block backyard included, as is a beautiful front yard landscape package and RV gate!

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15608 E Cholla Drive Fountain Hills, AZ 85268

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$979,900

4 Beds

3.5 Baths

2,794 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6762576

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

NEW PRICE on this custom built home on view lot. This unique, warm & welcoming floor plan has great flow & exudes pride of ownership. From the stunning Iron front door, enter into this inviting space w/the formal living & dining rooms /3 way fireplace/custom flagstone & Brazilian wood floors...you can just feel the richness! Split floorplan w/the comfortable Master suite completely separate allowing for total privacy. Master bath has a custom snail shower w/bench, dual vessel sinks & alder cabinets. The Chef's kitchen w/top of the line granite & alder cabinets w/pull outs, appliance garage/built in hutch & more overlooks the spacious family room w/double sliding doors to the lush retreat like back yard w/covered patio & Ftn views The sparkling pool/spa/& waterfall...MORE. ...are a welcome site after a long day! A HUGE bonus is the attached guest casita. This special space will welcome family & guests alike, with gorgeous knotty alder cabinets, a murphy wall bed, lots of storage, beautiful bath with custom walk in shower/vessel sink & more! This artistic home is filled with nooks, arches & pot shelves. There is plenty of room for your special art. the 4th bedroom was the 3rd bay of the garage and can be transformed back if desired. There are so many wonderful features of this home, it's hard to list them all here...take a look at the documents section for a full list.

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1184 E Gleneagle Drive Chandler, AZ 85249

$979,601

5 Beds

3 Baths

2,824 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6748505

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Qucik Move In - 5 Bedrooms and 3 Full Baths, 3 Car Tandum Garage. Intimate Gated Community of 100 Homes. Tree lined Entry, stone walls, oversized entry monuments, rustic gatehouse, and ranch style gates, opening up to a 3.2 acre Park. Large Homesites, and Extensively landscaped open space, will pay tribute to the properties history as a 40 acre working Earnhardt Family Ranch and retreat right here within the City limits. Easy access to the San Tan Freeway, I-10, and Hwy 87, located amidst top rated Chandler Schools, shopping, large employers and dining! (*Photos shown are of a Model Home of this floorplan, built offsite). Taxes are estimate. Price includes Preferred Lender Incentive.

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4055 N Recker Road Unit 71 Mesa, AZ 85215

$979,000

4 Beds

2.5 Baths

3,509 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6756405

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Four bedroom with office, plus loft in custom home located in the prestigious Red Mountain Ranch gated community of Country Club Estates. Property sits on a quiet cul-de-sac with a downstairs master suite. Granite countertops throughout. A resort like salt water pool/spa with multiple water features centers the expansive desert scape back yard. A large three car garage with built in cabinets plus a 8x12 storage unit inside the RV gate. New roof with transferable warranty in 2022. Fresh exterior and interior paint with new carpet also in 2022. Walking distance to new Charter School, American Leadership Academy at the corner of Recker and Thomas. A perfect home for a growing family. Priced to sell compared to comps - motivated sellers.

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468 Casa De Campo Drive Prescott, AZ 86301

$979,000

3 Beds

3.5 Baths

2,461 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6803892

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Welcome to a stunning retreat nestled in the prestigious Prescott Lakes community, where luxury meets practicality in this thoughtfully open floorplan designed single-level residence overlooking the manicured golf course, providing a stunning backdrop for everyday living. A detached guest casita adds versatility to the living space, perfect for hosting family and friends. Modern conveniences, including a Tesla charging station, a comprehensive whole-house water filtration system, and tile flooring throughout, demonstrate the home's commitment to contemporary living. The generous three-car garage offers ample space for vehicles and storage. The level entry ensures easy accessibility while providing stunning views. A Gated community directly across from the Clubhouse, Dining & Golf Club.

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22707 W La Mirada Drive Buckeye, AZ 85326

$979,000

4 Beds

3 Baths

3,202 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6813291

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

This amazing property has a lot to offer as it is a custom home, horse property, irrigation, on a little over 1 acre and amazing mountain views! The home was recently built and has amazing layout, design and finishes. The home offers 4 bed/3 bath, 4 car garage, 2 RV gates, completely fenced (block), and custom Iron doors (front, back, pantry, master patio door, office, and garage service door). Tile throughout the house, pavers in front and driveway. Beautiful kitchen with custom cabinets, 13ft granite island and quartzite backsplash. All bathrooms are tiled with custom glass showers and quartzite counter tops. The list of many more amazing details goes on this house goes on!! Definitely need to see it!!

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41716 N Laurel Valley Way Anthem, AZ 85086

$978,888

3 Beds

3 Baths

2,454 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6799363

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Completely reimagined open floorplan with updated WOW kitchen and baths. Resort backyard with pool, pergola, and Golf Course Views! Extended back patio. Large courtyard. FINALLY...a true opportunity to own a WOW property in Anthem Country Club for the most discerning Buyer! This home and it current updates will blow your socks off! Pool, built-in BBQ, island, on extended patios, Pergola. Gourmet Chef's Kitchen boasts stainless appliances, gas cooktop, wall ovens, quartz counters, and large island. Stunning master bath with dual vanities, walk-in shower and separate soaking tub plus walk-in closet. Master has separate exit to private patio and all the backyard activities. Every bedroom has an en suite full bath. Country Club Lifestyle with Resort Style Amenities...Anthem Country Club is managed by Club Corp which offers many great benefits to members that reciprocate around the world! Two 18 hole golf courses, Persimmons and Ironwood, designed by Greg Nash. 2 Pro shops, 2 sets of men's and women's lounges / locker rooms, 2 member restaurants, 2 gyms, 2 pools, 2 spas, several tennis courts, Gorgeous Ball Room for ongoing Member events and private events venues available as well, 2 Impressive guard gated entrances, all surrounded by breathtaking mountain and golf course views...you will love being a member of the Anthem Golf & Country Club!

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17236 W Roseville Street Surprise, AZ 85388

$978,000

2 Beds

2.5 Baths

2,219 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6797386

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

As you enter this former model home in Sterling Grove, you'll be greeted by an elegant architectural design & an inviting entryway that leads to a stunning atrium with 90-degree multi sliding doors. The home's modern and open layout allows for seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Dream kitchen w/floor to ceiling cabinets, extended countertops & timeless subway tile detail. Spacious family room opens to a covered patio with a stunning infinity pool & fountains to soothe your soul. Don't miss turf backyard, built-in BBQ, fridge & patio shade! Hotel-like primary suite w/timeless barn door, extended dual vanities & California closets too. Bonus room/den just off primary & spacious guest suite w/a walk in closet. AC in your finished garage to keep things cool all year. Golf, fitness & so much more!

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