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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8779 E Vía De Sereno -- Scottsdale, AZ 85258

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$849,000

3 Beds

2 Baths

1,800 SqFt

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MLS # 6803597

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Meticulous 3-bed, 2-bath home nestled in The Sands community of McCormick Ranch in the heart of Scottsdale, featuring an upscale vibe. A recent extensive remodeled of this 1800sqft home radiates modern sophistication with new windows and doors, premium wood-look flooring, and fresh paint. The kitchen features new quartz counters, SS appliances, wine fridge and custom cabinets. Spacious living space with tall ceilings, kiva fireplace and coffee bar. The primary suite includes an en-suite bath, walk-in closet, and direct access to 1 of 3 private patios, No shared walls for easy living. With a new roof, HVAC system, and water heater, plus an oversized 2-car carport - this home offers a prime location, comfort and peace of mind. Don't miss this stylishly updated masterpiece. Welcome home!

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1501 N Miller Road Unit 1009 Scottsdale, AZ 85257

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$849,000

3 Beds

2.5 Baths

2,080 SqFt

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MLS # 6749430

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NEW HOMES DELIVERING NOW. Primely located END UNIT with incredible roof deck views. Vistas is a boutique Enclave of only 16 private, luxury homes in the Heart of Scottsdale. Open spaces, clean lines & abundant glass create a design experience to merge the indoors and outdoors. Vistas of Scottsdale are curated with a discerning eye using warm, organic tones and natural textures focusing on the personal nature of the home as a retreat. Sweeping Mountain Vistas are captured from the 580sf roof terrace and unique floating overlook to rival a hotel/restaurant environment. The 30ft wide main living area provides unparalleled openness and light. The builder's vision from the inception was to focus on incorporating premium materials to create an innovative Scottsdale lifestyle.

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29202 N 146th Street Scottsdale, AZ 85262

$849,000

4 Beds

2 Baths

2,889 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6528535

Property Type Single Family Residence

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SELLER CONCESSIONS AVAILABLE!! Beautiful 2889 square-foot, four bedroom, two bath horse property boasting 1+ acres located in the picturesque Rio Verde Foothills. High producing shared well!! Beautiful view of the four peaks from your backyard with a spa and pool. Two stall mare motel with spacious tack room and covered storage for hay and a 120 x 140 arena. Ride directly off your property for a trail ride into the Tonto National Forest or just under a 3 mile jaunt to Granite Mountain Trail head. Come escape the hustle and bustle and enjoy the quiet!!

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2138 W Red Fox Road Phoenix, AZ 85085

$849,000

7 Beds

5 Baths

4,105 SqFt

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MLS # 6657730

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Discover the epitome of luxury living in this stunning 7-bedroom, 5-bathroom masterpiece with an OFFICE & LOFT, nestled in a prestigious GATED community. Just STEPS AWAY from the state-of-the-art Fireside COMMUNITY CENTER, this home boasts TWO full bed/baths DOWNSTAIRS & FOUR additional bedrooms plus a primary suite upstairs. Indulge in the fully UPGRADED chef's kitchen, designer walk-in pantry, gas stove, built-in refrigerator, and butler's pantry, all flowing into a spacious living area with surround sound. The OVERSIZED LOT transforms your backyard into a resort-like oasis with a HEATED POOL, SPA, built-in bar, BBQ, shaded patio, and grassy play area. Perfectly situated near Norterra's shops, dining, entertainment, and major highways. Enjoy exclusive community amenities like a GYM, pool, spa, rock climbing wall, tennis courts, and play parks. Moments from Sonoran Desert Vistas Trailhead, ideal for hiking and outdoor adventures! Forget building newthis is move-in ready. When would be a good time for you to see this exceptional home? Make a plan to see today!

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312 E Windsor Avenue Unit 1 Phoenix, AZ 85004

Open House

$849,000

3 Beds

3 Baths

2,400 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6672428

Property Type Townhouse

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Our eyes are made to see forms in light: light and shade reveal these forms. Rising like the sun over Midtown Phoenix is Soleil. Inspired by Original Modernism; built for connoisseurs of live, work, play. There's a renaissance going on in PHX and you can be close to it all. Uber or light rail yourself to 3 rd Street Promenade and into secluded hidey holes! And when you need to unwind? You're 15 minutes away from exciting, desert hiking trails. It's here you'll witness sun-setting colors pour and splash themselves all over the Sonoran Desert.

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3248 S Golden Barrel Court Gold Canyon, AZ 85118

$849,000

3 Beds

3 Baths

2,608 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6753279

Property Type Single Family Residence

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NEWLY UPDATED Well appointed villa in SUPERSTITION MOUNTAIN.. NEW GRANITE IN KITCHEN AND ALL THE BATHROOMS. NEW FLOORING IN GREAT ROOM, DINING AREA, KITCHEN AND PRIMARY BEDROOM. NEWLY PAINTED INSIDE. Three bedroom, three baths. Open great room/dining room/kitchen layout. Viking appliances, Wet bar. WINE WALL.Large master suite with laundry conveniently located off the primary suite closet Two side patios - one with built in BBQ and fire table and the other with an above ground hot tub. Corner lot. Walking distance to the fitness center and TWO JACK NICKLAUS GOLF COURSES! Not a golfer? Enjoy pickle ball, bocce, tennis, hiking and many other activities You'll love it here!. Twenty minutes to Gateway Airport and 35 minutes to Phoenix Sky Harbor airports.Maintenance free living at its best Club Membership and amenities under a separate agreement. Buyer and/or buyer's agent to verify all pertinent information including square footage.

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17426 E Desert Vista Trail Rio Verde, AZ 85263

$849,000

2 Beds

2 Baths

1,543 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6756401

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

This luxurious former model home, featuring the Juniper floorplan, leaves no detail overlooked. Situated on a premium lot with an extended driveway, this residence boasts all the extras, including stunning designer light fixtures, tall ceilings, and beautiful floors. The backyard is a dream come true, offering a breathtaking view of mountain peaks and an unmatched view of the golf course . The gourmet kitchen is equipped with high-end Monogram stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, modern cabinetry, and a large kitchen island with a breakfast bar. The primary suite is bathed in natural light and features a beautiful ensuite with a tiled shower. Bedroom 2 is move-in ready and equally charming. Step outside to your north/south-facing Sonoran desert oasis, complete with an expansive covered patio with remote controlled shades, ceiling fan, seating area, serene water feature wall, and a private putting course. Additional features include a garage with epoxy floors and storage cabinets, making this home a turn-key dream. Can be sold turn-key. The amenities at Verde River are World Class with Tom Lehman-inspired eighteen-hole Golf course, tennis courts, pickleball courts, and bocce ball, heated lap pool and Resort style swimming pool, hot tub, Afterburn fitness center, Helen's demonstration Kitchen for cooking classes and a 7.5 acre dog park. The community center has casual poolside dining at Eddy's Diner and gourmet dining at award-winning Needle Rock Kitchen and Tap, Alvea Spa with full-service Salon and Spa amenities, Art Loft and events center. Trilogy at Verde River is adjacent to the Tonto National Forest and is situated in the middle of miles and miles of hiking and biking trails.

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18211 W Sequoia Drive Goodyear, AZ 85338

$849,000

3 Beds

3 Baths

2,570 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6757941

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

GATED community- GOLF course Premium LOT - single-level on almost a 1/4 acre at Estrella Mountain Ranch! Awesome POOL - This beauty showcases an exquisite façade with stone accents & desert vegetation. The elegant & sophisticated interior boasts a large, open floor plan complemented by tall ceilings, ceramic tile floors, stylish chandeliers, recessed lighting, and plantation shutters. The captivating living room comes with a built-in entertainment center equipped with a wall-mounted fireplace, the dining room allows unobstructed views of the backyard oasis, and the gourmet kitchen features staggered off-white cabinetry with crown molding, custom mosaic tile backsplash, black granite counters, SS appliances, and an oversized island with breakfast bar. The primary suite has access to - - the back patio and hosts a lavish ensuite retreat comprised of a dual vanity, a sep-sin shower, and a bountiful walk-in closet. This spectacular layout includes a sizable den and an attached guest's quarter with a living room & a private bathroom. The stunning backyard is an entertainer's dream, offering a desert paradise with travertine flooring, an extended covered patio with a retractable lighted awning, a built-in grill, a meticulously maintained landscape with artificial turf, and a fabulous pool with a rain curtain. This gem is a rare find that won't last. Act now! Estrella Mountain Ranch is a Resort style community Nestled in the Foothill mountains of Estrella. all inclusive community that features 2 community centers, work out facilities, lakes, over 50 miles of hiking and biking trails, water slides, community pools, heated pools, boating, fishing, pickleball and Nicholas designed golf course managed by TROON! Named #1 masterplan community in AZ!

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10020 E Strobe Avenue Mesa, AZ 85212

$849,000

5 Beds

4.5 Baths

3,650 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6759222

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Gorgeous and stylish Woodside single-story home in the center of amenity rich Eastmark Community! This 5 bed, 4.5 bath complete with study offers an extended 3 car garage and is the perfect layout! Numerous stylish and structural features from 10' ceilings, 8' doors, extended external patio with matching pavers and a private gated courtyard! Upgraded cabinetry in this gourmet chef's kitchen with upgraded quartz countertops, an oversized island, accent lighting and matching stainless appliances with abundant storage in the inspiring walk-in pantry. Spacious great room concept perfect for gathering and entertaining. The Spa inspired oversized master suite has been extended 2', complete with an impressive master wall-to-wall glass shower, an 8' soaking tub, upgraded counters and lighting a pass-through door to laundry! Generous secondary bedrooms with individual and jack 'n jill bath options! Conveniently placed extended private den with glass doors! May extras include an Essential 2 Foot Garage Extension, Plantation Shutters, plenty of storage, upgraded windows, ceiling fans, carpets and much more! A must see! Show and Sell!

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266 W Uphill Drive Christopher Creek, AZ 85541

$849,000

2 Beds

2 Baths

2,139 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6765041

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Spectacular Architectural Showpiece that captures the most Magnificent Mountain / Rim Views and surrounding lush forest beauty in the popular Mountain / River Community of Christopher Creek. This rare, newer- build home towers far above the other older homes in this Enchanting Community. It is nestled on a BIG, nearly ½ acre lot and the design offers unbelievable views from every level. The upper levels have enthralled many visitors who have taken advantage of the consistent Air BnB opportunities that are in HIGH DEMAND! The downstairs living area can be locked and separated from the upper living space to accommodate friends and family without touching the upstairs preparedness for future short-term visitors. The multiple covered and uncovered Trex-type decks provide a feeling of privacy and serenity that transforms the hectic urban lifestyle into a veritable sanctuary of escape and tranquility. The awesome design, orientation, and many large windows seamlessly integrates the outdoor beauty into the living space with a feeling of privacy like few others in Christopher Creek. Other features include a modern upgraded interior including Viking appliances, granite counter tops, vinyl plank flooring, custom metal railings, Central Air, Central Vac, a high vaulted ship-lap wood ceiling that was sourced and cut locally. There is plenty of parking space and a hookup for an electric vehicle. Escape to your Country Dream Home and enjoy the fresh air, cool breezes, nearby mountain streams, hiking trails and six picturesque Rim Lakes. BONUS!! This home is TURN-KEY and comes COMPLETELY FURNISHED!! (except for a few personal items that are locked away) Don't miss this FANTASTIC OPPORTUNITY!

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2229 N Beverly Place Buckeye, AZ 85396

$849,000

4 Beds

2.5 Baths

3,052 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6765530

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Beautifully Maintained 4 bedroom 2.5 bath Ranch Style Home with PAID SOLAR in the Master Planned Community of Verrado! Located in a Cul-De-Sac Across From A Serene Park. The Home Features Tile Throughout the Main Areas with Carpet in the Bedrooms. Spacious Eat-in Kitchen Features Walk In Pantry, Granite Countertops, Tile Backsplash, Double Wall Ovens, Gas Cooktop & a Large Island with Breakfast Bar. Split Floor Plan -Primary Suite Features Dual Separate Sinks, Separate Tub and Shower and Spacious Walk in Closet. Open Great Room has a Triple Panel Slider Which Leads to Your Backyard Oasis! Sparkling Pool and Newly Installed (2022) Jacuzzi , Built in BBQ and Fire Pit. Backyard Has Professionally Designed Pavers and Turf Along with a View Fence. Verrado is True Resort-style Living! Your HOA Membership Includes a Water Park/ Splash Pad, Community Pool with a Lap Pool and Gym. Public Golf Course, Hiking/Biking Trails and Over 78 Parks to Enjoy. Beautiful Views of the White Tank Mountains and Fabulous Restaurants!

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22518 W Meade Lane Buckeye, AZ 85326

$849,000

4 Beds

3 Baths

2,832 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6772980

Property Type Single Family Residence

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Just in time for the Holidays!! Discover the stunning new property coming soon to Rancho Sunora! This 2,832 living sq. ft. home combines modern design with traditional charm, offering 4 spacious bedrooms, 3 luxurious bathrooms, and a versatile den. The serene master suite features elegant double showers. Enjoy 4,422 sq. ft. under roof on a 1-acre lot. With extra-large patios for entertaining, horse privileges, and city water access, your lifestyle is elevated—no HOA! Quality construction includes a tiled roof, full spray foam insulation, luxurious design elements with dual-tone cabinets and stylish dual-tone paint inside and out. Live the lifestyle you deserve in Sunora Ranch, where exclusivity meets community spirit. Don't miss the opportunity to make this dream home your reality.

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