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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12976 W Plum Road Peoria, AZ 85383

$899,900
2 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,610 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6782820
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Welcome to this move-in ready, meticulously maintained home in the prestigious Trilogy at Vistancia, an amenity-rich community! This 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence, complete with a den and a convenient golf cart garage, offers a perfect blend of comfort, style, and entertainment. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream, featuring dual islands, gleaming granite countertops, and top-of-the-line stainless steel built-in appliances. Flowing seamlessly from the kitchen, the great room invites relaxation with its cozy fireplace and elegant tray ceiling, creating the ideal space for gatherings. Retreat to the spacious primary suite, a true sanctuary with a private entrance to the back patio, an enclosed office, and a luxurious ensuite. The ensuite boasts dual closets, a soaking tub, and a separate shower, providing a spa-like experience at home. Step outside to a dream backyard designed for entertaining. The resort-style pool, elevated spa, and expansive covered patio with a ceiling fan make it perfect for gatherings or quiet evenings. A built-in BBQ and bar counter create the ultimate outdoor dining experience. Don't miss the opportunity to own this incredible home in a community that offers unmatched amenities. Trilogy at Vistancia is an age-restricted, amenity-rich community that offers an exceptional lifestyle with two poolsone indoor and one outdooralongside a stunning golf course, on-site dining, and a state-of-the-art clubhouse. A well-equipped fitness center, scenic trails, and nearby parks invite residents to enjoy Arizona's beautiful weather year-round. With luxurious facilities and endless recreational options, this community blends comfort, wellness, and outdoor adventure effortlessly.

2237 N Calle Largo -- Mesa, AZ 85207

$899,900
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,141 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6784900
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
$25K Price Reduction, Priced to Sell! This stunning 4-bedroom home features a 3-car garage, extended driveway, and a spacious RV gate, offering the ability to park your trailer or motorhome on the side of the house. Inside, you'll find a large living room, open den, fresh paint, tile & carpet flooring, surround sound, vaulted ceilings, and plantation shutters. The great room is perfect for relaxing by the gas fireplace, or open the sliding doors to enjoy the large lot with view fencing. The chef's kitchen boasts granite counters, built-in appliances, two islands, a desk area, and a walk-in pantry. Impeccable main retreat won't disappoint, featuring outdoor access, double door entry, an ensuite w/dual sinks, make-up desk, & a walk-in closet. Dreamy backyard offers covered patios, built-in BBQ, fire pit, storage shed, & an enticing pool w/rock waterfall. Don't miss out on this exceptional gem!

6529 E Sharon Drive Scottsdale, AZ 85254

$899,900
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,971 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6759575
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Beautifully remodeled home in one of the most convenient areas of Scottsdale! This exceptional home features wood look tile in all the living spaces and tile in the bedrooms and bathrooms - NO CARPET! Well laid out home optimizes every square foot of space with an open concept floorplan. The beautiful kitchen features white shaker cabinets, quartz counters, stainless appliances with a wall oven, large island with bar seating and a tiled backsplash. Both bathrooms have been stylishly updated as well with custom tile surrounds, updated vanities, light and plumbing fixtures. Oversized laundry room with built in cabinets provides ample storage space. Built in desk in the hallway is another example of the maximization of space in this well thought out home! The roof was just recoated, new... garage door openers, the main living areas are freshly painted, newer windows+++! The backyard is perfectly balanced with a pebble finish play pool, large covered patio, grassy play area + a large shed! There is also an additional storage room off the back patio. RV gate and no HOA means you can park what you want with ample space to do so on this 10,422sf lot! Stone accents on the front of the home with synthetic grass for easy maintenance and year round curb appeal! All of this in the middle of it all with easy access to all of the fabulous dining, shopping and entertainment options in Kierland, Scottsdale Quarter, Promenade and the redeveloped PV Mall area!

5039 N 18th Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85015

$899,900
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,970 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6805830
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Great NEXT-GEN PROPERTY for multi-generational living. It has 2 stand-alone buildings. Main HOUSE = 3bd 2 ba 1200sf. And a DUPLEX = 1st Unit is 2 bd 2 ba 1000sf. 2nd Unit is 2 bd 1 ba 900sf. FULLY REMODELED down to the studs in 2023. Kitchens host quartz counters, full backsplash, on-trend cabs, & stainless appl. All baths are modern & thoughtfully designed. Stellar features incl: new doors, trim, baseboards, blinds, ceiling fans, & tile floors. Enjoy new windows, roofs, electrical, drains, pex plumbing, & 1.25'' water line to each property, plus each has an indoor laundry room with washer / dryer hook-up, and a private fenced yard w/ covered patio and artificial turf. Addt'l storage building in the NE corner of the lot. Great location ½ block from the Phoenix Light Rail.

4021 S Tumbleweed Court Chandler, AZ 85248

$899,900
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,558 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6806423
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Welcome to a captivating, exceptional well maintained home located in the highly desirable Fulton Ranch community. Westerly facing culture-de-sac premium lot. Control 4 entertainment system with camera, intercom and security functionality front door station. Crown molding throughout, 2 zone HVAC, app controlled smart thermostats and app controlled alarm system. Upgraded hot/cold local R.O water system in kitchen, plumbed to refrigerator ice supply with all house water demineralized and softened. Functional backyard, BBQ, chiminea, putting green, IR sauna, Tread Climber work out conveys. Community is located within the CUSD, Fulton elementary and Hamilton high schools are within walking distance with BASIS a 5 minute drive away. Fulton Ranch is a unique community with miles of interconnected walkways, ponds, play grounds and associated water fowl wildlife. The community is masterfully built, Come join the uniqueness and family centric culture that Fulton Ranch has to offer!

18233 E Cherry Hills Place Queen Creek, AZ 85142

$899,900
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,568 SqFt
Status Active Under Contract
MLS # 6766289
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Incredibly rare opportunity to own this stunning one of a kind home in the sought after area of Queen Creek! This beautiful horse property features a convenient corral along with a 2-car garage with built in storage and work bench nestled on 2.35 acres with NO HOA! The spacious open floor plan, enhanced by a wood-burning fireplace, creates an ideal layout for entertaining. A custom palette sets a welcoming tone, complemented by tile flooring and exposed beams on the vaulted ceilings. The chef's kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances,double ovens, hickory cabinets, solid surface counters, ample storage, and a center island with a breakfast bar. The versatile loft can serve as an entertainment area or in home office space. The main suite offers wood-look floors and a Jack & Jill bathroom, while an additional bonus room can be utilized as an office or media room. Not to mention, the sizable AZ room for all the activities! Wonderfully suited for family or a personal business with plenty of space for the kids and dogs to run and play. Property has a unique view of the San Tan Mountains and a fully fenced yard with mature citrus trees. Come and feel the peaceful and restful vibe throughout the home! Located in the CUSD is a little bit country in the heart of the growing city. Don't miss out on this exceptional property!

23060 E Sonoqui Boulevard Queen Creek, AZ 85142

$899,900
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,633 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6758540
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Imagine coming home to a place that feels like it was made just for you. From the moment you walk through the door, you'll feel the difference—photos just don't do it justice. Nestled on a sprawling 12,600 sq. ft. lot in the sought-after Meridian community, this home offers the perfect balance of luxury and comfort. The open kitchen and living area are designed for connection, flowing seamlessly into a backyard built for fun. Host friends on the extended patio, challenge them to a game on your private pickleball court, or sink a few putts on the green. And if a pool is on your wish list? There's plenty of room to make it happen. With soaring 12' ceilings, a split floor plan, and high-end upgrades throughout, this home is ready to make every day extraordinary. Discover the Meridian community, where 229 acres of open space invite residents of all ages to embrace outdoor living. With 8 interconnected parks, Meridian offers endless opportunities for recreation and free play. From miles of scenic walking and biking trails to wide-open areas for unstructured fun, there's something for everyone. Dive into the community pool, unwind by the fireplace, or explore unique features like the outdoor movie ramada, splash pad, and community garden. For adventure seekers, there's climbing nets, tire tunnels, boulder gardens, and volleyball. Even chalkboard walls and outdoor table tennis await. Experience a lifestyle where play and relaxation thrive together.

5252 N 206th Drive Buckeye, AZ 85396

$899,900 - 3Br/3Ba -  for Sale in Verrado Victory District Phase 2, Buckeye
Open House
$899,900
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,461 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6813421
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Nestled at the base of the White Tank Mountains, this stunning home in the 55+ Victory at Verrado community offers breathtaking mountain views and luxurious living. The backyard is an entertainer's dream with a sparkling pool, above-ground spa, built-in gazebo, BBQ, and a roll-down shade that creates a cozy Arizona room. Inside, the chef's kitchen features granite countertops, tile backsplash, double ovens, a walk-in pantry, and a spacious island. The living area is enhanced by built-in cabinetry, while an interior courtyard provides a private, tranquil space to unwind. Other highlights include shutters, water softener, reverse osmosis system, tankless water heater with recirculation pump, and laundry room with sink. Experience comfort, style, and the amenities of this vibrant community!

15212 N Palmetto Lane Fountain Hills, AZ 85268

$899,900 - 4Br/3Ba -  for Sale in Fountain Hills, Fountain Hills
Open House
$899,900
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,757 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6810927
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Elevated desert retreat with sweeping views of the surrounding mountains and sprawling desert preserve, perched on nearly a half acre lot. The backyard is an entertainer's paradise with a large custom outdoor pizza oven, a sparkling 51ft pebble tech lap pool inlaid with gorgeous tumbled marble, and expansive spaces for family & friends to spend quality time together. The thoughtfully designed split floor plan provides privacy and versatility, ideal for families, or out of town guests. The main living areas & bathrooms are adorned with beautiful travertine flooring for a luxurious flow throughout the home. The chef's kitchen has been equipped with custom maple cabinets, gleaming granite countertops, SS appliances, a top of the line induction range oven, and a spacious center island perfect for food prep and casual family gatherings. Modern upgrades include an EV charging station for your Tesla, solar roof panels (owned), and energy efficiency that has been carefully planned throughout the home. This remarkable Fountain Hills home strikes the perfect balance of elegance, comfort, and modern innovation. Competitively priced and move in ready!

19409 W Pasadena Avenue Litchfield Park, AZ 85340

$899,900 - 4Br/4Ba -  for Sale in Jackrabbit Estates, Litchfield Park
Open House
$899,900
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
4,741 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6795371
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Welcome to this spectacular 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home, spanning an impressive 4,740 square feet of luxurious living space! This home is a perfect blend of elegance, comfort, and entertainment. As you step inside, you'll immediately notice the spaciousness and attention to detail, with two staircases providing easy access to all areas. The heart of the home is the gourmet kitchen, which features high-end appliances such as a Subzero refrigerator, a Wolfe dual gas/electric stove, and exquisite granite countertops. Whether you're preparing a meal for family or entertaining guests, this kitchen is a chef's dream. The large living areas are wired for surround sound, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor experience, perfect for both intimate gatherings and large parties. The home also boasts a media room and a game room with a full bar area and pool table, ensuring endless entertainment options for everyone. The oversized bedrooms are designed for maximum comfort and come with plenty of space, including a Jack and Jill bathroom that's perfect for shared use. The master suite is a true retreat, offering both privacy and luxury. The private backyard is an absolute highlight of this home, with stunning views and a tranquil atmosphere. Relax on the large covered patio, enjoy outdoor dining, or unwind by the beautiful pool with a Baja shelf and a waterfall that adds a soothing ambiance to your outdoor experience. This home is truly a one-of-a-kind oasis, blending elegance with functionality in every corner. Whether you're hosting a gathering or enjoying a quiet evening at home, this space is designed to make every moment special.

44814 N 22nd Street New River, AZ 85087

$899,888
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,943 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6733643
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
This Exquisite home is Highly Upgraded/Updated w/ Luxurious finishes & features thru-out. The Unique Architecture incorporates a linear design layout w/ dramatic radius walls for a distinctive touch vs the typical Santa Fe Territorial home. It still has an open feeling that makes for great entertaining and gatherings of friends & family. You'll love the Cozy Stacked Stone fireplace in the Great room along w/ the abundance of windows stretching across the back of the home to provide openness to back wrap around PAVERED Patio w/it's structured columns. The great room opens to Dining Area & the Well Planned & appointed GOURMET Kitchen offering GENEROUS storage & WORKSPACE includes a separate Veggie/Prep sink in center ISLAND. Lots of natural light, GRANITE Counters, Custom **(OPEN BLUE LINK) Full Custom Travertine BACKSPLASH, Stainless Appliances, & Stainless /STACKED STONE Vent hood make it beautiful too!! You'll also find ample recessed lighting for a working kitchen along with the Pendant lighting for style, & conveniently the kitchen has it's own separate door to access the patio for serving apart from the door that accesses the patio from the Great room/ Dining room. Guest bedrooms #1 & #2 are located off of the Kitchen hall and are setup with a Jack & Jill bathroom that provides a completely separate Vanity/Sink/personal Storage area for each bedroom. There is also a lavatory and bath/shower room with its own door to offer privacy. Moving to the North Wing of the home you'll enter through Double doors opening to the Tranquil Master Suite. Designed with a radius walls touch & an abundance of windows to the back patio for that natural light & beauty here as well. The Huge Master bath area includes dual sinks, jetted soaking tub, Snail shower with Travertine Surround, SPACIOUS Closet and a Direct Access door to the patio to enjoy your coffee in the morning or to relax before bed while watching the Glorious SUNSETS or maybe getting in some Stargazing. You will also enjoy the convenience of a 3.5 car extended length garage. It has 3 separate electric lift/roll-up doors for convenience, Epoxy coated floors, plentiful lighting, ceiling fans, and an extra 1/2 garage bay for your ATVs, motorcycles, jet skis, or as it is now being used, for a personal gym. There is also the Separate closed space /workroom at the back of the garage that provides a workbench, pegboard tool storage, and built in 3 sided shelving as well as cabinets for storage and organization. The home is ideally located just south of the entrance to the Tonto National Forrest with it's unlimited trails for hiking/horseback riding or/ATV riding. You'll enjoy the Native American ruins, Forts, Petroglyphs and other bits of history and beauty of the surrounding area. The 1.25 acre lot, that this magnificent home is built on provides plenty of useable level land to work with for a casita, RV Garage/Workshop, Pool, or extensive horse setup. There is no floodway/floodplain on the lot. The lot is fully fenced with rich looking but low maintenance White Vinyl rail fencing and full double gates including at the end of the Driveway. The back half includes extra fencing professionally added to make it dog safe/secure. The owner also had 2 horse corrals and a horse shade added at the very back of the property but there has never been horses kept on this lot. He had both electric and water lines run back to them, underground as well, for future use of the corrals. Additional features/upgrades: *Wood Plantation Shutters throughout the home 3 yrs ago *Both Water heaters replaced 2 yrs ago *New Flooring Under 1 yr ago *New $9500 Upgrade to a Silicone Roof for much lower maintenance and lower ongoing costs Under 1 yr ago *New Security System with Cameras. Hard Wired and With Technology for you to monitor them from your phone APP *New Interior and Exterior Painting Under 1 yr ago *Lots of Mature landscaping/trees including a lemon tree at the side of the home.

1891 E Lodge Drive Tempe, AZ 85283

$899,500
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,689 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6756574
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Welcome to your dream home in the heart of Tempe! This beautifully updated property offers a perfect blend of modern comfort and timeless charm. The spacious layout features an open-concept living area with abundant natural light, ideal for entertaining or relaxing. Enjoy cooking in the stylish kitchen with sleek countertops, stainless steel appliances, and ample storage. The private backyard oasis is perfect for outdoor gatherings or quiet evenings under the stars. Ideally situated on a cul-de-sac and conveniently located near top-rated schools, shopping, dining, and easy freeway access, this home is a rare find. Make it yours today!

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